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Isentress contains the active ingredient raltegravir. It is a prescription antiretroviral medication used to treat HIV-1 infection.
It is used together with other HIV medicines, because combination treatment is needed to control the virus effectively.
Isentress is used for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and certain pediatric patients.
Depending on the formulation, it may be prescribed for children who meet specific age and weight requirements. Your healthcare provider will choose the appropriate product and dose based on the patient’s age, weight, and treatment needs.
HIV attacks the immune system, especially CD4 cells, which help the body fight infections.
Without treatment, HIV can continue multiplying and gradually weaken the immune system.
Isentress helps slow this process by preventing the virus from making new copies of itself.
Raltegravir belongs to a class of HIV medicines called integrase strand transfer inhibitors, or INSTIs.
HIV uses an enzyme called integrase to insert its genetic material into human cells.
Isentress blocks the activity of HIV integrase.
When integrase is blocked, the virus has difficulty inserting its genetic material into the DNA of infected cells. This interrupts an important step in the HIV life cycle.
By preventing HIV from multiplying efficiently, Isentress can help reduce the amount of virus in the blood.
The amount of HIV in the blood is called the viral load.
With effective combination treatment, the goal is usually to reduce the viral load to a very low or undetectable level.
As viral load decreases, the immune system has a better chance to recover and remain stronger.
This may allow the CD4 cell count to increase or remain stable, helping the body fight infections more effectively.
Isentress should not normally be used by itself.
It is taken as part of a combination antiretroviral treatment regimen. Using several HIV medicines together helps control the virus more effectively and reduces the chance of drug resistance.
Isentress does not cure HIV infection.
However, taking it consistently with the rest of your HIV treatment can help keep the virus controlled, protect the immune system, and reduce the risk of HIV-related complications.
Take Isentress exactly as prescribed and avoid skipping doses.
Missing doses can allow HIV to multiply again and may increase the risk that the virus becomes resistant to treatment.
Your healthcare provider may regularly check your viral load, CD4 count, and overall response to treatment while you are taking Isentress.
These tests help determine how well your HIV treatment is working.
Isentress is taken by mouth, usually once or twice daily depending on the formulation and your treatment plan.
It can generally be taken with or without food. Follow the exact instructions provided by your healthcare provider.
Swallow the tablet whole with water.
Do not split, crush, or chew the tablet unless your healthcare provider or pharmacist confirms that your specific formulation can be taken that way.
Try to take Isentress at the same time or times each day.
Consistent dosing helps maintain an effective amount of raltegravir in your body and improves the ability of your HIV treatment to keep the virus under control.
Do not stop Isentress without speaking with your healthcare provider.
Stopping treatment or frequently missing doses can allow HIV to multiply again and may increase the risk of drug resistance, which can make the infection harder to treat.
Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium can reduce the absorption of raltegravir and make Isentress less effective.
Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist before using any antacid while taking Isentress.
For many adults taking the standard Isentress formulation, the usual dose is 400 mg twice daily.
Some patients may use a different raltegravir formulation with a different dosing schedule, so it is important to follow the instructions for the exact product prescribed.
Rifampin can reduce raltegravir levels in the body.
When standard Isentress is used with rifampin, a healthcare provider may increase the raltegravir dose to 800 mg twice daily.
Do not make this adjustment on your own.
The pediatric dose of Isentress depends on the child’s weight, age, and formulation being used.
Children weighing 25 kg or more may sometimes receive the adult tablet dose, while smaller children generally need a weight-based dose.
Your child’s healthcare provider will calculate the correct amount.
Raltegravir is available in different formulations, including standard tablets and other pediatric or once-daily products.
These formulations may have different strengths and dosing instructions, so do not switch between them without medical guidance.
If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.
If the next dose is close, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.
Take Isentress exactly as prescribed, use it consistently with your other HIV medicines, and avoid medications that may interfere with raltegravir unless your healthcare provider approves them.
Regular viral load and CD4 testing can help show how well your treatment is working.
Isentress (Raltegravir) is available in the following forms and strength:
Do not take Isentress if you are allergic to raltegravir or any ingredient in the medication.
Seek immediate medical attention if you develop swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, severe rash, or difficulty breathing.
Isentress can interact with certain medications.
Tell your healthcare provider about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, vitamins, supplements, and herbal products you take before starting treatment.
Some medicines can change how much raltegravir is absorbed or how quickly it is removed from the body.
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, talk to your healthcare provider before taking Isentress.
Your provider will consider the benefits of keeping HIV well controlled and any potential risks when choosing your treatment.
People with HIV should discuss breastfeeding carefully with their healthcare provider.
Raltegravir may pass into breast milk, and recommendations may also depend on the risk of HIV transmission, the infant’s health, and local medical guidance.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have liver disease, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or abnormal liver test results.
Isentress can sometimes affect liver function, so your provider may recommend blood tests during treatment.
Rarely, Isentress can cause serious skin reactions such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis.
Seek urgent medical attention if you develop a severe or spreading rash, blistering, peeling skin, sores in the mouth, fever, or swelling of the face.
Isentress has rarely been associated with myopathy and rhabdomyolysis, which involve muscle injury.
Contact your healthcare provider if you develop unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark-colored urine.
The risk may be higher if you already have a muscle disorder or take other medicines that can affect muscles.
When effective HIV treatment begins, the immune system may become stronger and start reacting to infections that were already present but not causing noticeable symptoms.
This is called immune reconstitution syndrome.
Contact your healthcare provider if you develop new or worsening symptoms after starting Isentress.
Changes in mood or behavior have been reported in some people taking raltegravir.
Tell your healthcare provider if you notice significant changes in mood, sleep, behavior, or thinking while taking Isentress.
Raltegravir is not mainly removed through the kidneys, so kidney disease does not usually require a routine dose adjustment.
However, tell your healthcare provider if you have kidney problems, especially if you develop severe muscle symptoms that could affect kidney function.
Cases of osteonecrosis, which is damage to bone tissue caused by reduced blood supply, have been reported in people receiving combination HIV treatment.
The condition can have several causes and is not specific to Isentress. Contact your healthcare provider if you develop persistent joint pain, stiffness, or difficulty moving.
Isentress can be used in certain pediatric patients, with the dose based on age, weight, and formulation.
Children should receive the exact product and dose prescribed by a healthcare provider because different raltegravir formulations are not automatically interchangeable.
While taking Isentress, your healthcare provider may monitor your viral load, CD4 count, liver function, and overall response to treatment.
Regular follow-up helps make sure your HIV treatment continues to work safely and effectively.
No. Isentress does not cure HIV. It helps control the virus by reducing the amount of HIV in the blood. When taken consistently with other antiretroviral medicines, it can help protect the immune system and lower the risk of HIV-related complications.
Isentress is taken by mouth, usually once or twice daily depending on the formulation prescribed. Take it exactly as directed by your healthcare provider and use it consistently with the rest of your HIV treatment.
Isentress can be very effective when it is taken correctly as part of a combination antiretroviral treatment plan. It can help lower the viral load and allow CD4 cells to increase or remain stable, which helps the immune system function more effectively.
Yes. Isentress can generally be taken with or without food. Try to take it consistently and follow any specific instructions your healthcare provider gives you for your formulation.
| Generic name: | Raltegravir |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Chewable Tablet, Tablet |
| Strength(s): | 100mg, 400mg |
| Quantities Available: | 60, 120 |
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When ordering Isentress (raltegravir) from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is common for prescription medications to ensure adequate management of chronic conditions without frequent refills.
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Dosage and Quantity: Isentress is commonly prescribed in dosages of 100 mg or 400 mg twice daily. For a 90-day supply, this means you would order 180 tablets (90 days x 2 tablets per day).
No, we do not sell raltegravir on our website. However, you can still enjoy low prices on Isentress, which contains raltegravir as an active ingredient. You will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider to purchase Isentress. We require this prescription to dispense the medication. You can mail, fax, or upload your prescription through your online account for processing.
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