Information about Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir
Generic Name : Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- TenofovirUp-to-date prescription details regarding Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir are provided here.
Pronunciation : EM-trye-SYE-ta-been/RIL-pi-VIR-een/ten-OF-oh-vir
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y41.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antiretroviral Agents
Trade Names/Brand Names of Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir
India :
International :
Complera.
Why is Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir Prescribed? (Indications)
This combination medication contains a nonnucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) and 2 nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) (antivirals), prescribed for HIV-1 infection in naive adults.When should Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir not be taken? (Contraindications)
It should not be co-administered with anticonvulsants, antimycobacterials, proton pump inhibitors, glucocorticoid, St. John's wort.What is the dosage of Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir?
The recommended dose is one tablet taken orally once daily with a meal. Each tablet contains 200 mg of emtricitabine, 27.5 mg of rilpivirine hydrochloride and 300 mg of tenofovir.How should Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.What are the warnings and precautions for Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir?
• It should not be used for hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney problems, lactic acidosis, liver problems including hepatitis B or C infections, osteoporosis, irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation), mental illness, suicidal thoughts, irregular heartbeat, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It does not stop spread of HIV infection to others; avoid sexual contact, sharing of needles, injection supplies, or items like toothbrushes or razors during treatment period.
• Patient may develop with increased risk of suicidal thoughts; watch them carefully.
♦Patient may develop Immune Reconstitution Syndrome.
• Accumulation of body fats occurs in some patients; if it is so consult with your doctor.
• Monitor liver function, kidney function, and bone mineral density regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Emtricitabine- Rilpivirine- Tenofovir?
Gastrointestinal - Nausea.Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness.
Psychiatric Disorders - Depressive disorders, sleeplessness, abnormal dreams.
Skin - Rash.
♦ Genitourinary- Nephrotic syndrome.
