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when to start taking meds Nov 13, 2006 My viral load is 27,000 and my cd-4 count is 334 when should I start taking meds? I have a history of kidney stones will any of the meds cause more kidney stones? |
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 The only HIV medication that is strongly associated with the formation of kidney stones is the protease inhibitor indinavir (Crixivan)-- one that's no longer commonly used. With your CD4 count, many doctors (self included) would advise starting medications in the near-term future. Current treatment guidelines recommend consider starting HIV meds once CD4s are below 350. BY | ||||||||
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