Sustiva (Cont.)

When and How to Take Sustiva

General considerations for when and how to take Sustiva include the following:
 
  • The medication comes in tablet and capsule forms. It is usually taken by mouth once a day.
     
  • Sustiva should be taken on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime.
     
  • Try to take Sustiva at the same time every day to maintain an even level in your blood.
     
  • For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. It is very important that you closely follow your healthcare provider's instructions about taking Sustiva. Missing doses can increase the chance of the virus developing resistance to Sustiva, thereby making it less effective.
     

Dosing Information for Sustiva

The dose of Sustiva that your healthcare provider recommends will vary, depending on a number of factors, including:
 
  • Your age
  • Your weight (for children)
  • Other medical conditions you may have
  • Other medications you may be currently taking.
     
As always, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
 
(Click Sustiva Dosage for more information.)
 

Side Effects of Sustiva

As with any medicine, side effects are possible with Sustiva. However, not everyone who takes the drug will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
 
Common side effects of Sustiva include but are not limited to:
 
(Click Sustiva Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects that you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;