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Accidentally Took Double Dose Of Atripla

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double dose of Atripla

I just took a double dose of Atripla within about 15 minutes of each dose. (I had taken the first dose just after waking up and didn't remember taking it.) Is there a risk of overdose?...
Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.

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

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Hello,In the short run a double dose of Atripla shouldn't be the cause of any significant long-term problems. You might experience a little more of the efavirenz psychological side effects, but otherwise, you should be ok.BY... Read more »

Taking a double dose of Atripla

Would there be benefits in taking a double dose of Atripla (2 pills instead one)? I am aware there... Read more »

Missed doses / double doses

Hello Dr.I have a general question and one concern. First, the concern: I think I missed one doses... Read more »
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Brand name: Atripla Generic name: efavirenz/emtricitabine/tenofovir, or EFV/FTC/TDF Class: NNRTI and NRTI -- single-tablet regimen (STR) Manufacturer: Bristol-Myers Squibb, www.bms.com , (800) 321-1335, and Gilead Sciences, www.gilead.com... Read more »
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Posted by Choosing2Liv, 4 Replies
I brought my medicine bottles to work today to reorder my them by phone. While rushing to take my vitamins, I took an Artipla pill by mistake. (I usually take one at night). Im beginning to stress out about this.

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Hey,

Anyone out there figured out a way to control these dreams that Sustiva in Atripla brings? Also I hear that African American's absorb the drug at a higher rate causing more issues.

Anyone figured out a way around this?
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