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Pro's and Cons Jun 4, 2010 What are the pros and cos of taking kaletra and truvada combination. This is my 3rd year on meds. Im not sure if should change to something different. Any advice is appreciated. my CD4 is in the 700 and Undet. Thanks |
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 Truvada and Kaletra has been an excellent combination used by many people for years. The "pros" are a combination with a proven track record, 2 combination pills which makes it easier to be adherent, a combination with a high barrier against resistance for the virus, and it has been working for you and you are presumably tolerating it. Cons might be that it has a higher number of pills than some of the newer combos, it may effect the cholesterol (and specifically the triglycerides) more than some newer meds, it can cause diarrhea more often than some other options. You should discuss with your doctor and deceide for yourself...unless there is a specific issue or toxicity that you have developed or concerned about there is no urgency to change. Best, Joe | ||||||||
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