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Vitekta

Elvitegravir belongs to the class of medications called antiretroviral agents. It is used in combination with other antiretroviral medications to treat the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) for people whose current medication therapy is not working.

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Tablet

85MG

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The recommended dose of elvitegravir depends on the protease inhibitor you are taking in addition to the medication ritonavir. The daily dose of elvitegravir is 85 mg taken once daily, if you are taking atazanavir or lopinavir along with ritonavir. If you are taking darunavir, fosamprenavir, or tipranavir along with ritonavir, the dose of elvitegravir is 150 mg taken once daily.

Swallow the tablet whole, with plenty of water.

Elvitegravir should be taken with food. This increases the amount of medication absorbed by the body with each dose and therefore improves the effectiveness of the medication.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take Vitekta exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The amount of HIV virus in your blood can increase if Vitekta is stopped for even a short period of time. Taking Vitekta exactly as prescribed will also decrease the chance of drug resistance (i.e., the medication stops working to fight HIV).

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible with food and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Vitekta in its original container at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children. Keep the container tightly closed.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use this medication.

Immune reconstitution syndrome: Vitekta may cause immune reconstitution syndrome, where signs and symptoms of inflammation from previous infections appear. These symptoms occur soon after starting anti-HIV medication and can vary. They are thought to occur as a result of the immune system improving and being able to fight infections that have been present without symptoms (such as pneumonia, herpes, or Tuberculosis). Report any new symptoms to your doctor immediately.

Liver function: Liver disease or reduced liver function may cause Vitekta to build up in the body, causing side effects. Elvitegravir should not be used in people with severe liver impairment. If you have liver problems, discuss with your doctor how Vitekta may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Vitekta, and whether any special monitoring is needed. Your doctor may want to test your liver function regularly with blood tests while you are taking Vitekta.

Resistance: The HIV virus appears to be able to change to make elvitegravir less effective, if this medication is not used appropriately. To maximize the effectiveness of elvitegravir, it must be taken as part of a group of HIV medications that also includes ritonavir.

Stopping the medication: If you stop taking Vitekta, your HIV infection could get worse. Take the medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, and do not stop taking the medication without checking with your doctor first.

Pregnancy: Vitekta should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Vitekta, contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if elvitegravir passes into breast milk. Women who have HIV infection are cautioned against breast-feeding because of the risk of passing HIV to a baby who does not have the infection.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Vitekta have not been established for children.

Seniors: Seniors may be at an increased risk of side effects of Vitekta.

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