RILPIVIRINE

Overview

RILPIVIRINE is a Schedule H drug.
Rilpivirine is an antiviral medicine that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. Rilpivirine is used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Rilpivirine is for use in adults and children who are at least 12 years old weighing at least 77 pounds (35 kilograms).

Usage

RILPIVIRINE is generally used to treat: Human Immunodeficiency Virus, AIDS

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

RILPIVIRINE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney problems, irregular heartbeat, liver impairment, mental illness, suicidal thoughts, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. It does not stop the spread of HIV to others; avoid sexual contact, sharing needles, injection supplies during the treatment period. Accumulation or loss of body fat may occur in some body parts; if it is so consult with your healthcare provider. Patient may develop Immune Reconstitution Syndrome and Depressive Disorders such as depressed mood, depression, dysphoria, major depression, mood altered, negative thoughts, suicide attempt, suicidal ideation.

Common Side-Effects

RILPIVIRINE : Guillan-Barre Syndrome, Paralysis, Head Headache, Difficulty Sleeping, Weight Loss (unintentional), Arms Joint Pain, Cough, Nervousness

Serious Side-Effects

RILPIVIRINE : Mood Swings, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dizziness, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat

Rare Side-Effects

RILPIVIRINE : Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

RILPIVIRINE can interfere with: Depression, Psychosis, Hepatitis

Technical Classification

RILPIVIRINE is categorized as: NNRTIS / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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