Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate
About Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate
Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate belongs to the class of medications called ‘antiretroviral agents’ used to treat HIV infection. HIV is a virus that attacks the immune cells of the body leading to decreased immunity. It spreads through body fluids such as semen, vaginal fluid, and blood. Symptoms include fever, chills, rash, night sweats, muscle aches, tiredness, and sore throat that usually last for days to several weeks.
Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate is a combination of three medicines: Efavirenz, Lamivudine, and Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. These drugs belong to a group of medicines called nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitors. They work by inhibiting the reverse transcriptase enzyme from working, which is required by the HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This effect helps to inhibit viral replication. Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate also increases the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.
You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate may cause side-effects such as headache, dizziness, nausea, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), weakness, depression, cough, diarrhoea, rash, impaired concentration, abnormal dreams, fatigue, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), pain. Inform your doctor if any of these side-effects persist or get worse.
It is not recommended to take Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate, inform your doctor if you have any liver disease, hepatitis B or C (liver infections), CNS disorders, Hypercholesterolemia, and kidney disease. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate should not be given to children below 2 years of age. Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate should be used with caution in elderly patients. Alcohol consumption may increase the risk of side-effects. Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.
Uses of Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate
Medicinal Benefits
Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate is a combination of three medicines: Efavirenz, Lamivudine, and Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. These drugs belong to a group of medicines called nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitors. They work by inhibiting the reverse transcriptase enzyme from working, which is required by the HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This effect helps to inhibit viral replication. Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate also increases the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.
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Side Effects of Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Weakness
- Depression
- Cough
- Diarrhoea
- Impaired concentration
- Abnormal dreams
- Fatigue
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
- Pain
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus): HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system, making the individual susceptible to other infections or illnesses. People with HIV experience flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, rash, night sweats, muscle aches, tiredness and sore throat. These symptoms usually last for days to several weeks. It spreads through body fluids such as semen, vaginal fluid, and blood. If left untreated, this condition can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). It is a life-long condition, and there is no definite cure for it. However, it can be controlled by treating with antiretroviral agents.
FAQs
Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate is a combination of three medicines: Efavirenz, Lamivudine, and Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. These drugs belong to a group of medicines called nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitors. They work by inhibiting the reverse transcriptase enzyme from working, which is required by the HIV-infected cells to make new viruses. This effect helps to inhibit viral replication. Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate also increases the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.
Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate may cause side-effects such as headache, dizziness, nausea, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), weakness, depression, cough, diarrhoea, rash, impaired concentration, abnormal dreams, fatigue, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), pain. Inform your doctor if any of these side-effects persist or get worse.
Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate may cause the weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate should not be stopped suddenly. Inform your doctor before stopping Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate.
Efavirenz+lamivudine+tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate should be used with caution in liver diseases, kidney diseases, hypercholesterolemia, CNS disorders and lactic acidosis.
