Isentress (Raltegravir): Benefits and Considerations

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What is Isentress used for?

Isentress is medication used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Raltegravir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS. Isentress is for use in adults and children who weigh at least 4.4 pounds (2 kilograms). Isentress HD 600mg tablets are for use in adults, and in children weighing at least 88 pounds (40 kg).

What is Isentress HD?

ISENTRESS HD is a prescription HIV medicine used with other antiretroviral medicines to treat HIV-1 infection in adults, and in children weighing at least 88 pounds (40 kg). HIV is the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome). ISENTRESS should not be used in children weighing less than 4.4 pounds (2 kg).

Is Isentress a raltegravir?

Isentress belongs to a group of antiretroviral drugs that prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. Isentress is medication used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Raltegravir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.

Does Isentress treat HIV?

Specifically, Isentress treats a form of HIV known as HIV-1. Isentress is a type of drug called an antiretroviral, and it’s meant to be used with other antiretrovirals. Isentress contains the drug raltegravir. Isentress comes in three forms: a tablet that you swallow, a chewable tablet, and a powder that you mix with water and drink.

What are the side effects of Isentress?

Isentress affects your immune system, which may cause certain side effects (even weeks or months after you've taken this medicine). Tell your doctor if you have: signs of a new infection - fever, night sweats, swollen glands, cold sores, cough, wheezing, diarrhea, weight loss;

What Is Isentress

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Isentress Information

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