Intelence

Description

What is Intelence (Etravirine)?

Also known by its brand label Etravirine, Intelence refers to a form of ART drug (antiretroviral) used to provide relief and medical alleviation for HIV. The medicine is usually utilized with other ART medications, comprising its effectiveness in the field. It applies to individuals who are HIV positive, especially adults and younger children alike.

How does Intelence work?

The medication is labelled under a class of suppressant called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs). Its main goal is to halt the workings of HIV, such as spreading and multiplying in the overall system of the body. It encourages the immune system to operate thoroughly without being affected by the viruses’ impact. Additionally, the medication establishes a barricade-like wall that hinders AIDS from transpiring.

Dosage

Along with other HIV medicines, Intelence also considers the main factors in administering a dosage for infected individuals. Consider the following below:

• The patients’ response to the treatment given
• Medical history
• Foregoing medical problems
• Other types of medication the person is having

Adult Dosage: 

• 2 tablets a day, equivalent to 200 mg

Children Dosage: 

• 2 tablets a day, equivalent to 100 mg
• For children age 2 years up

Other Dosages: 

• Patients weighing 20 kgs, 125 mg (two times a day)
• Patients weighing 25 kgs, 150 mg (two times a day)

How to take it?

To make sure that you are following the right dosage, always adhere to the prescription paper provided by your physician. As mentioned above, Intelence must be taken at least twice a day. Since you will be consuming it with food, it is a lot easier to follow the dosage. According to this approach, you won’t be having too much difficulty in observing your dose since it’s easy to remember and perform. Just bear in mind that obedience to the right medical approach will help protect you from other infections.

Etravirine Side Effects

In comparison to some NNRTIs, the adverse effects are similar. These side reactions are classified depending on the severity they can give to patients. For more information, see the side effects below:

Mild Side Effects: 

• Vomiting
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Pain, burning, numbness, or tingling in the hands or feet
• Increased blood pressure

Severe Side Effects: 

• Loss of appetite
• Upper stomach pain
• Pale-coloured stools
• Dark-coloured urine
• Jaundice
• Muscle paint
• Joint aches
• Tiredness
• Sore throat, cough, fever, chills, or other symptoms of infection
• Swelling of the face
• Redness, bumps, or blisters on the skin or in the mouth
• Rash

Storage

Place this medicine where it cannot be easily damaged. It would be much better to put it in a place where it’s properly stored, away from extreme sunlight or cold. Preserving the medicine will help in its effectiveness, as well as its efficiency in the treatment process.