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Efavirenz Sandoz, which contains the active substance efavirenz, belongs to a group of medicines called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs). It is an antiretroviral drug for human immunodeficiency virus<\/strong> ( HIV- 1) infection that works by reducing the amount of virus in the blood. The drug is used by adults, adolescents, and children who are 3 months or older and weigh at least 3.5 kg. Your doctor has prescribed Efavirenz Sandoz to you because you have HIV – infection. Taking Efavirenz Sandoz in combination with other antiretroviral medicines reduces the amount of virus in the blood. This strengthens your immune system and reduces the risk of developing the disease that is associated with HIV – infection. Efavirenz contained in Efavirenz Sandoz may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information. Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions. If you are taking any of these medicines, tell your doctor as soon as possible. <\/strong>If these medicines are taken with Efavirenz Sandoz, they may cause serious and\/or life-threatening side effects or remove the effect of Efavirenz Sandoz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Efavirenz Sandoz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Efavirenz Sandoz is not recommended for use in children less than 3 months of age or weighing less than 3.5 kg, as it has not been adequately studied in these patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You must not take Efavirenz Sandoz with certain medicines. <\/strong>These are listed at the beginning of section 2, under \u201cDo not take Efavirenz Sandoz\u201d. <\/em>This applies to certain common medicines and herbal medicines ( St. John’s wort ) that can cause serious interactions (interactions). Tell<\/strong> your doctor,<\/strong> pharmacist, or nurse if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines. Efavirenz Sandoz may interact with other medicines, including herbal medicines such as Ginkgo biloba extract . This means that the amount of Efavirenz Sandoz or another medicine in the blood may be affected. This may mean that the effect of the drugs is reduced or absent or that the side effects may be worse. In some cases, the doctor,r therefor,e needs to change the dosage one or measure the drug level in the blood. It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Taking Efavirenz Sandoz on an empty stomach may reduce the side effects .<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grapefruit juice should be avoided when using Efavirenz Sandoz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Women should not become pregnant during treatment<\/strong> with Efavirenz Sandoz and for 12 weeks thereafter<\/strong>. Your doctor may ask you to take a pregnancy test to make sure you are not pregnant before starting treatment with Efavirenz Sandoz. If you are at risk of becoming pregnant while receiving<\/strong> Efavirenz Sandoz, you will need to use a reliable barrier contraceptive (such as a condom) along with other contraceptive methods such as tablets ( birth control pills ) or other hormonal contraceptives (such as birth control pills , syringes ). Efavirenz may remain in your blood for some time after stopping treatment. Therefore, you should continue to use contraception, as described above, for 12 weeks after the last dose of Efavirenz Sandoz. Tell your doctor immediately if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. <\/strong>If you are pregnant, you should only take Efavirenz Sandoz if you and your doctor decide that there is a clear need. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine. Serious birth defects have been observed in unborn animals and in infants of women treated with efavirenz or a combination drug containing efavirenz, emtricitabine,e, and tenofovir during pregnancy. If you have taken Efavirenz Sandoz or the combination tablet containing efavirenz, emtricitabine,e, and tenofovir during your pregnancy, your doctor may need to take regular blood tests and other diagnostic tests to monitor your baby’s progress. You should not breast-feed your baby<\/strong> if you are taking Efavirenz Sandoz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Efavirenz Sandoz contains efavirenz and may cause dizziness, impaired concentration,n, and drowsiness. <\/strong>If you are affected, avoid driving and using tools or machines. You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and \/ or side effects . Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Efavirenz Sandoz contains 100.3 mg of lactose monohydrate in each 600 mg daily dose . If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other formulations of efavirenz are available in the market for these patients. Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure. Your doctor will tell you which dose to take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The tablet can be divided into two equal doses.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The tablet can be divided if you have difficulty swallowing it whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g. If a child has inadvertently ingested the medicine, contact a doctor, hospital,l or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice. Bring the medicine package with you so you can account for what you have taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Try not to miss a dose. If you forget to take a dose , take the next dose as soon as possible, but do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose . If you need help planning when it is best to take your medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When your Efavirenz Sandoz tablets start to run out, make sure you get more from your doctor or pharmacist. This is very important because the amount of virus can start to increase as soon as you stop taking the medicine, even if it is only for a short time. The virus can then become more difficult to treat. If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist,t, or nurse.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects , although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the treatment of HIV – infection , it is not always possible to tell whether some of the unwanted effects are caused by Efavirenz Sandoz, by other medicines taken at the same time,e or by the HIV -sjukdomen. During HIV treatment, weight gain and increased levels of lipids and glucose in the blood may occur. This is partly related to restored health and lifestyle, but when it comes to blood lipids, there may sometimes be a link with HIV drugs. The doctor will perform tests to find such changes. The most notable side effects reported with efavirenz in combination with other anti- HIV medicines are skin rash and central nervous system symptoms Always consult your doctor if you get a rash, as some rashes can be severe. In most cases, the rash disappears without the need to change treatment with Efavirenz Sandoz. The rash is more common in children than in adults treated with efavirenz. The symptoms of the central nervous system usually appear at the beginning of the treatment, but usually decrease during the first weeks. In one study, central nervous system symptoms often appeared during the first 1-3 hours after a dose. If you are affected by symptoms, your doctor may suggest that you take Efavirenz Sandoz at bedtime and on an empty stomach. Some patients may have more severe symptoms that affect their mood or ability to think clearly. Some patients have committed suicide. The problems tend to occur more often in those who have previously had a mental illness. Always tell your doctor immediately if you get these symptoms or other side effects while taking Efavirenz Sandoz. Tell your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects:<\/strong> Very common<\/strong> (may affect more than 1 user in 10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tests can show:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tests can show:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)the <\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the can label, blister or carton after EXP. or EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month. No special storage instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jar: Used within 2 months after opening. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Efavirenz Sandoz is a yellow, capsule-shaped (9.6 x 19.2 mm), film-coated tablet with a scoreline on both sides. The tablet can be divided into equal doses . Efavirenz Sandoz film-coated tablets are supplied in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sandoz A \/ S, Edvard Thomsens Vej 14, 2300 Copenhagen S, Denmark Manufacturer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lek Pharmaceuticals dd, Verov\u0161kova 57, 1526 Ljubljana, Slovenia<\/p>\n\n\n\n or<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n LEK SA, ul. Domaniewska 50 C, 02-672, Warsaw, Poland<\/p>\n\n\n\n or<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n SC Sandoz, SRL, Str. Livezeni no. 7A, RO-540472 Targu-Mures, Romania<\/p>\n\n\n\n or<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Salutas Pharma GmbH, Otto-von-Guericke-Allee 1, 39179 Barleben, Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n or<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lek Pharmaceuticals dd, Trimlinei 2D, 9220 Lendava, Slovenia Efavirenz Sandoz, which contains the active substance efavirenz, belongs to a group of medicines called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs). It is an antiretroviral drug for human immunodeficiency virus ( HIV- 1) infection that works by reducing the amount of virus in the blood. 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