Generic Name : Emtricitabine
Pronunciation : EM-trye-SYE-ta-been
Trade Name(s):
India- Brands of Emtricitabine combined with other medications- Tenof -EM, Tavin -EM, Trustiva, Vonavir, Vonavir.
International- Emtriva.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) :
This medication is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI), prescribed for HIV-1 infection either alone or with other medications.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.
When it is to be taken :
Adult- PO- The recommended dose is one 200 mg capsule administered once daily.
Child- PO- The recommended dose is 3 mg/kg administered once daily.
How it should be taken :
It comes as a capsule and solution to take by mouth, with or without food.
Special Instruction :
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of hepatitis B, kidney disease, lactic acidosis, liver disease, obesity, 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 the spread of HIV to others; avoid sexual contacts, sharing of needles, or injection supplies.
* Monitor liver and kidney function regularly while taking this medication.
Side Effects :
Most Common -
Headache, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, dizziness, depression, sleeplessness, abnormal dreams, rash, abdominal pain, weakness, increased cough, and nose inflammation.
Gastrointestinal -
Indigestion, nausea and vomiting.
Musculoskeletal -
Joint/muscle pain.
Central Nervous System -
Abnormal dreams, nerve disease, and tingling.
Respiratory -
Increased cough.
Skin -
Rash.
Other Precautions :
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions :
Store it at room temperature (25°C).
Pronunciation : EM-trye-SYE-ta-been
Trade Name(s):
India- Brands of Emtricitabine combined with other medications- Tenof -EM, Tavin -EM, Trustiva, Vonavir, Vonavir.
International- Emtriva.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) :
This medication is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI), prescribed for HIV-1 infection either alone or with other medications.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
Hypersensitivity.
Pregnancy Category : |
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When it is to be taken :
Adult- PO- The recommended dose is one 200 mg capsule administered once daily.
Child- PO- The recommended dose is 3 mg/kg administered once daily.
How it should be taken :
It comes as a capsule and solution to take by mouth, with or without food.
Special Instruction :
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of hepatitis B, kidney disease, lactic acidosis, liver disease, obesity, 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 the spread of HIV to others; avoid sexual contacts, sharing of needles, or injection supplies.
* Monitor liver and kidney function regularly while taking this medication.
Side Effects :
Most Common -
Headache, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, dizziness, depression, sleeplessness, abnormal dreams, rash, abdominal pain, weakness, increased cough, and nose inflammation.
Gastrointestinal -
Indigestion, nausea and vomiting.
Musculoskeletal -
Joint/muscle pain.
Central Nervous System -
Abnormal dreams, nerve disease, and tingling.
Respiratory -
Increased cough.
Skin -
Rash.
Other Precautions :
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions :
Store it at room temperature (25°C).
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