Atripla Dosages

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KS and Atripla Dosage

I was recently diagnosed with KS, I have a high cd4 count of ~800 and an undetectable viral load. I currently take Atripla, but the skin lesions still appear to be forming on my lower extremities. Is there such a thing as an increased dosage for...

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.

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Hello and thanks for posting.There's no basis for using a higher dose of Atripla in such cases. Indeed, it would probably result in higher risk of side effects and toxicity.While controversial, some experts consider using boosted... Read more »

Can Gastro/Diarrhea affect Atripla dosage?

Ive had mild gastro/diarrhea for 3 days and have been going to the toilet a lot... most of what i... Read more »

Response from Keith Henry, M.D. »

Atripla Dosage + Body Weight

Help!I have been HIV+ for 2 years, and am just starting meds, as my t-cells have now dipped below... Read more »

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Atripla (Efavirenz + Emtricitabina + Tenofovir)

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Atripla (Efavirenz + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir)

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Atripla's Co-Pay Program Now Saves More Money

The co-pay program for Atripla now eliminates the requirement that people first pay $50 out-of-pocket before financial assistance begins. The same is true for the drugs that make up Atripla (Sustiva and Truvada), as well as the medications that make... Read more »

New Contest Recognizes Heroes in the Fight Against HIV

On June 15, Bristol-Myers Squibb launched the "Atripla: 5 Years, 5 Heroes" contest to mark the fifth anniversary of Atripla by identifying individuals who have made a significant difference in the fight against HIV. According to their press release,... Read more »

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Looking for info on Atripla

Posted by rickincattco, 4 Replies

Hello all,
Can some please tell me about the new drug Atripla (in plain english). I have seen a few references to it and I would like to know more aobut it. Is it a combination of other drugs out nnow or something totally new. I dont see my Doc again... Read more »

Anyone else on Atripla?

Posted by verrucktpj, 2 Replies

How long on the dizzies last when starting Atripla? I've been on it for about 7 weeks? Read more »

need info on Atripla

Posted by dcboy20, 5 Replies

just test postive docter said i should consider Atripla what side-affect should I expect please give me your honest feeling Read more »

Dizzy w/Atripla

Posted by verrucktpj, 1 Reply

Is it possible for dizziness to set in after 7 weeks on Atripla? Just curious. Read more »

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