Truvada
Warnings
What may interact with Truvada?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Adefovir
-Any medication that contains emtricitabine or tenofovir
-Any medication that contains lamivudine
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Atazanavir
-Didanosine, ddI
-Lopinavir; ritonavir
-Medications for viral infections, such as cidofovir, acyclovir, valacyclovir, ganciclovir, or valganciclovir
-Saquinavir
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Truvada
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Bone problems
-Kidney disease
-Liver disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to emtricitabine, tenofovir, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Truvada?
Visit your care team for regular check-ups. Discuss any new symptoms with your care team. You will need to have important blood work done while on this medication.
HIV is spread to others through sexual or blood contact. Talk to your care team about how to stop the spread of HIV.
If you have hepatitis B, talk to your care team if you plan to stop this medication. The symptoms of hepatitis B may get worse if you stop this medication.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature (25 degrees C [77 degrees F]). Keep this medication in the original container. Protect from light and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, take the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.
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