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Side affects with atripila
Jan 25, 2009

Does Atripila make you gain weight?

Response from Dr. Henry

Weight gain is a common feature of most effective HIV regimens during the first year. Atripla has been linked to the usual weight gain (often in the 2-10 pound range). After the first year the fat disribution can change further but with Atripla the fat loss from face/extremities seen with some regimens is not seen nearly as often so it considered a relatively fat friendly/protective regimen which is actually regarded as a good property. The may be a small subset of patients who have a larger weight gain on certain HIV regimens for unclear regimens though genetics and food intake/exercise levels may contribute. KH



  
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