What does DTG mean in DRUGS

Dolutegravir (DTG) is an antiretroviral medication used to treat and suppress HIV infection. It works by limiting the ability of the virus to replicate, slowing down its spread within the body.

DTG is generally recommended as part of a combination therapy regimen for treatment-naïve adult patients diagnosed with HIV infection and those switching regimens due to inadequate control on their current regimen or treatment failure. However, it should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless advised otherwise by your physician.

Common side effects of taking DTG include headache, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, depression and insomnia. Rarely serious side effects have been reported including allergic reactions or liver problems. If you experience any severe symptoms while taking dotegravir contact your doctor immediately.

It may take up to 6 months for doltugravir levels in your blood to reach an effective concentration for suppressing HIV replication and reducing viral load in your body. It is important that you continue taking DTG even if you don't see results right away as it takes time for this medicine to work correctly.

Yes, drug resistance can occur when certain mutations develop in the virus making it difficult for DTG to work effectively against it resulting in treatment failure or reduced effectiveness over time. To minimize this risk you should always follow your doctor's guidelines carefully when taking this medication and regular monitoring will help detect any signs of developing resistance early on so that alternate treatments can be considered if needed.