DOLUTEGRAVIR

Do not take DOLUTEGRAVIR if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are taking fampridine (used in multiple sclerosis) or dofetilide (used to treat heart conditions). Inform your doctor if you notice joint pain, bone problems, and stiffness or symptoms of infection/inflammation, such as fever, headache, stomach ache, and difficulty breathing. Let the doctor know if you are taking prescription/non-prescription medicines, including herbal products or supplements.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking medicine used to treat multiple sclerosis (fampridine), anti-diabetics (metformin), antacids, calcium or iron supplements, multivitamins, anti-bacterial (rifampicin), anti-convulsant (phenytoin, phenobarbital, oxcarbazepine, carbamazepine), herbal product (St.John’s wort). 

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have multiple sclerosis, heart problems, diabetes, epilepsy, hepatitis B or C, liver or kidney problems.

• Practise safe sex by using condoms; it helps in reducing contact with semen and vaginal fluids.
• Never share personal items that can have body fluids or blood on them, such as razor blades or toothbrushes.
• Avoid sharing used needles, other injections or drug equipment.
• Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Eat vitamin and nutrient-rich food, vegetables and fruits as it helps to boost your immune system. Opt for lean protein and whole grains.
• Avoid eating raw meat and eggs. Consume properly boiled and cooked meat, poultry or seafood.
• Eat bland and low-fat foods. Avoid spicy or oily foods if you experience nausea or vomiting.
• Try to reduce emotional and physical stress by spending time with family or doing whatever makes you happy.

• During HIV therapy, there may be weight gain, and increase in blood lipids and blood glucose levels. Regular monitoring is advised.
• Discuss with your doctor about effective birth control methods that you can use during your treatment.