Isentress HD TM
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Active ingredients: raltegravir
Pack: Isentress HD 600 mg tablet, 60, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ISENTRESS HD raltegravir 600 mg tablet bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
ISENTRESS or ISENTRESS HD, in combination with other antiretroviral agents, is indicated for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1) infection in adults, adolescents and children from the age of 2 years.,This indication is based on analyses of plasma HIV-1 RNA levels in controlled studies of ISENTRESS (see Section 5.1).,The indication in paediatric patients is based on the evaluation of safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetic parameters and efficacy of ISENTRESS through at least 24 weeks in a multicentre, open label, noncomparative study in HIV-1 infected, treatment-experienced children and adolescents 2 to 18 years of age.,The use of other active antiretroviral agents in combination with ISENTRESS is associated with a greater likelihood of treatment response (see Section 5.1).,There are no study results demonstrating the effect of ISENTRESS on clinical progression of HIV-1 infection.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Yellow, oval tablet debossed with MSD logo and "242" on one side and plain on the other.
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Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 60 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on July, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient raltegravir
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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