Directions


How should I use Isentress?

Take this medication by mouth. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Swallow the tablets whole. For your therapy to work as well as possible, take each dose exactly as prescribed on the prescription label. Do not skip doses. Skipping doses can make the HIV virus resistant to this and other medications. Keep taking this therapy unless your care team tells you to stop.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of Isentress contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: Isentress is only for you. Do not share Isentress with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.