Etravirine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history kidney, liver problems, hepatitis, sugar, high blood cholesterol, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. • It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. • It may caus‍​‍‍‍​‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍​‍e redistribution or accumulation of fat in certain body parts; if it is so consult with your doctor. • It does not stop the spread of HIV to others; avoid sexual contact, sharing of needles or injection supplies. • It may cause serious, potentially life-threatening, and fatal skin reactions with the following symptoms: red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe rash, fever, mouth sores, red and irritated eyes, etc. If it is so consult with your doctor. • Monitor liver function, CD4 count, complete blood cell counts, and blood cholesterol regularly while taking this medication. ♦ Patient may develop Immune Reconstitution Syndrome and Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS).