About etravirine
Non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor
Used for
- Treatment of HIV-1 infection with other antiretroviral medicines.
Usual adult dose
200 mg by mouth twice daily after a meal.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 2 years and older, dosing is based on body weight, twice daily after meals.
Common side effects
- Rash
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
Important warnings
- Use with other HIV medicines; resistance may develop if treatment is inadequate.
- Serious skin reactions and allergic reactions can occur.
- Liver problems may worsen, especially with hepatitis B or C.
- Do not stop treatment without guidance from the prescribing clinician.
Pregnancy
Use with other HIV medicines during pregnancy as prescribed; pregnancy may change drug levels.
Breastfeeding
People with HIV are generally advised not to breastfeed, to prevent transmission.
Interactions
- Many medicines affect etravirine levels; interactions can reduce effectiveness or increase side effects.
- Avoid rifampin, rifapentine, St John’s wort, and certain seizure medicines.
- Etravirine can affect levels of other HIV medicines and some anticoagulants.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.