Efavir Tablet (Efavirenz)
Efavir 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 helps to control HIV infection so your immune system can work better.
Uses of Efavir Tablet
- Treatment of HIV infection
Benefits of Efavir Tablet
Efavir 600 Tablet decreases the amount of HIV in the body. It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better. This ensures a long and healthy life. This drug is usually given in combination with other medicines. Avoid skipping doses and follow the doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefits.
Side effects of Efavir 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 Efavir
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Increased liver enzymes
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Sleepiness
- Abnormal dreams
- Anxiety
- Itching
- Difficulty in paying attention
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Depression
- Fatigue
- Pain
- Decreased appetite
How to use Efavir 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. Efavir 600 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Efavir Tablet works
Efavir 600 Tablet prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells, thereby stopping the HIV virus from producing new viruses.