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Mtegra 50 Tablet

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Product introduction

Mtegra 50 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antiretrovirals. It is used to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), the virus that can cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). It prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells and clears up your infection.

Mtegra 50 Tablet is not a cure for HIV or AIDS and only helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body. This helps to lower your risk of getting HIV-related complications and improves your lifespan. It is prescribed in combination with other HIV medicines. Your doctor will recommend the best medicines for you and will decide the doses that you need. Follow the instructions carefully, for all the medicines that you are given. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Taking all these medicines regularly at the right times greatly increases their effectiveness and reduces the chances of HIV becoming resistant to them. It is important not to miss doses and to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Some common side effects include headache, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), dizziness, diarrhea, nausea, and fatigue. These are usually not serious but tell your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration. Rarely, some people may experience a skin reaction or liver damage. Your doctor will closely monitor you for these in the initial period of treatment.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

Uses of Mtegra Tablet

Benefits of Mtegra Tablet

In HIV infection

Mtegra 50 Tablet prevents HIV from multiplying in the body. It helps control the infection and make the immune system work better. This lowers the chances of getting complications, such as new infections, and improves the quality of life. This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines.

It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of this combination of medicines and reduces the chances of HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. Although taking this medicine does not prevent the passing of HIV to other people.

Side effects of Mtegra Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mtegra

  • Headache
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle pain
  • Increased liver enzymes

How to use Mtegra Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mtegra 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Mtegra Tablet works

Mtegra 50 Tablet is an anti-HIV medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mtegra 50 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mtegra 50 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mtegra 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Mtegra 50 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mtegra 50 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Mtegra 50 Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Mtegra 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mtegra 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Mtegra Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Mtegra 50 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

  • Take Mtegra 50 Tablet with or without food, preferably at the same time everyday.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Do not take antacids or calcium supplements an hour before or two hours after taking Mtegra 50 Tablet.
  • Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly during treatment. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Pyridinecarboxylic acids derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Integrase (HIV) inhibitors

Patient concerns

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i have unprotected sex with my friend. Can I take any drugs now to prevent any STD/HIV infection
Dr. Shyam Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Hello PATIENT to 1mg. There is some medicine for prophylactic but you need to see physician for prescription and better you check HIV status of both partner
hello, one of my frnd suffering with hiv infection from last 2yrs her cd4 is more than 470 and viral load is zero undetectable now she is using art medicines i have doubt that can we have to use art medicine in the whole life or can we stop it once we get viral load zero
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
You still need to be on ART even if the viral load is undetectable
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Name: Mcneil & Argus Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 100-rampur sarsehri road, ambala cantt-133001 india
Country of origin: India

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