Can I take efavirenz with alcohol or street drugs?
In general, it is advisable to avoid excessive amounts of alcohol and street drugs while you are taking anti-HIV medications. Alcohol may interact with some of your medications. Do not skip a dose of your medication because you want a drink. Can I take efavirenz if I am pregnant or breast-feeding? Efavirenz must never be used by women who are or may become pregnant. Since the HIV virus can be transmitted through breast milk, breast-feeding is not recommended in HIV-positive women. What other precautions do I need to know when taking efavirenz? Keep regular appointments with your doctor for tests to check your liver function and the fat level in your blood. Make sure you have a continuous supply of the medication. Do not change the dose of your medication without discussing it with your doctor or pharmacist. Efavirenz does not kill the virus or cure AIDS. It also does not prevent the transmission of HIV, so please remember to always take precautions if you are having sex (use latex cond
