Atripla Assistance Program

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Atripla

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 , (800) GILEAD-5 (445-3235), www.atripla.com AWP: $2,080.97/month Standard Dose: One tablet (600 mg efavirenz/200 mg emtricitabine/300 mg tenofovir), once a day, preferably at bedtime, on an...

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Atripla for graveyard shift workers (ATRIPLA SIDE EFFECTS)

Hello, I work a 12hr overnight shift and was placed on Atripla. I have been on this regiment for only 5 days now and take it during the mornings before bedtime. I still have dizziness, and fatigue, after having 5 - 6hrs of sleep and also during the...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Since this is a one pill once per day regimen, you can try adjusting the time you take Atripla to see if this mitigates the side effects. Many people have similar complaints when starting an efavirenz-based regimen. (Efavirenz is one of the... Read more »

New to Atripla (ATRIPLA SIDE EFFECTS, 2010)

Hi Dr. BobI was diagnosed with HIV back in 2004 and just started taking Atripla about a month ago. I am adjusting to the side effects, but the two main ones that are not really improving are weird bouts of depression that come and go during the day...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Shaunn,Since this is your first regimen, chances are there are a number of other very good treatment regimen options for you. (A resistance test would be helpful in selecting antiretrovirals to be included in your regimen.) Almost all... Read more »

Financial Assistance

I have been taking Atripla for one month and it costs too much money for me, even after my insurance pays their portion. Are their any options for me for financial assistance?...

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

Rocky Mountain CARES

Thanks for your post.There are a number of assistance programs for HIV medications in the US-- your eligibility depends a lot on a number of factors, including which state you live in. I'd contact your case manager or local AIDS service... Read more »

Radiesse/Sculptra patient assistance programs

What is Radiesse/Sculptra and how can I get this with the PAP[Pharmeceutical Assistance Program]?...

Response from Gerald Pierone, M.D.

AIDS Research and Treatment Center of the Treasure Coast

Radiesse and Sculptra are facial fillers that are approved for treatment of HIV lipoatrophy. If you go to this <a href="http://www.lipoatrophyhiv.com/page.asp?ID=1962" target=_new>web site</a> link you can download the... Read more »

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HIV Prevention Program Assistant D.C

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Assist senior prevention team members in carrying out activities in the CDC-funded program to provide technical assistance and conduct policy analysis on state HIV/AIDS prevention programs. Full description at: www.nastad.org.

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HIV Prevention Program Assistant D.C

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Cost of Atripla

Posted by kaoticv, 1 Reply

Hi everyone,

My partner was recently diagnosed. We are trying to figure out ways to pay for Atripla. We are both students and he gets his health insurance through his university, which unfortunately pays only $1500 maximum per policy year for... Read more »

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