Raltegravir is used in the treatment of HIV infection.
How Raltegravir works
Raltegravir is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells. Thus stops the HIV virus from producing new viruses.
Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time every day.
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 Raltegravir.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Raltegravir
No. Raltegravir is an anti HIV drug. It does not have any known inhibitory effect on enzyme protease
Raltegravir is used for the treatment for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection
How does Raltegravir inhibit HIV viral replication?Raltegravir works by inhibiting the action of an enzyme called integrase which is essential for the multiplication and survival of the virus (viral replication), thereby reducing HIV causing virus in the body.
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma