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Raltegravir
INFORMATION ABOUT RALTEGRAVIR
Raltegravir Uses
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.
Common side effects of Raltegravir
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
Diarrhea, Dizziness, Fatigue, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nausea, Abdominal pain, Abnormal dreams, Decreased appetite, Depression, Flatulence, Nightmares, Vomiting, Weakness
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
28 Mar 2025 | 05:41 AM (UTC)
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Medicine brands for Raltegravir
Zepdon
₹8304 to ₹8304
Cipla Ltd
1 variant(s)
Isentress
₹8689 to ₹8689
MSD Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
1 variant(s)
Raltegravir
₹8689 to ₹8689
Globela Pharma Pvt Ltd
1 variant(s)
Expert advice for Raltegravir
  • 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.