Efavirenz Tenofovir

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An Overview of Atripla (Efavirenz/Tenofovir/FTC)

ef-FAH-ver-enz / em-tri-SIT-uh-bean / te-NOE-fo-veer Brand Name: Atripla Other Name(s): EFV/FTC/TDF Drug Class: Combination Drugs What is efavirenz/emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil fumarate? Efavirenz/emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil fumarate is a combination of three antiretroviral drugs, which are taken together in one tablet that is a fixed dose. Efavirenz (Sustiva) is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor...

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Sinus Infection Antibiotics and Efavirenz/tenofovir/3TC

Hi Dr, am currently on Efavirenz/tenofovir/3TC and viral load is <75, CD4 around 300. Recently been having sinus infection like symptoms (sore cheek bones, yellow discharge and fatigue). I am afraid of taking antibiotics, in case there's...

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

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Hello and thanks for posting.There usually aren't any significant interactions between antibiotics and HIV medications. So, I wouldn't have great concern.I hope you feel better soon,BY... Read more »

Thank you again! (Following up "inadequate progress of Efavirenz, FTC and Tenofovir?"

Hi Ben,Just to let you know that my doctor phoned me today (on a sunday) and you were absolutely right: she had me re-test my viral load last week, and the results came in and I am undetectable! thanks so much for your kind and comforting words. You...

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

Rocky Mountain CARES

Dear J-Great news, no? I'm heartened to hear that you have such good communication lines with your doctor. Thanks for following up-- I'm sure that your shared experience will be of value to our readers.Cheers, BY... Read more »

emtricitabine, tenofovir, efavirenz first line offensive

I use the term "first line offensive" with strong conviction to anyone considering beginning treatment. I was diagnosed HIV positive in April of 2003 and suspect having been HIV positive for some time prior to that given the last time I...

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

Rocky Mountain CARES

Thanks for your thoughtful post.The combination of tenofovir (Viread)/ emtricitabine (Emtriva)/ efavirenz (Sustiva) is a newer low pill count option for first line treatment of HIV. While there aren't any formally presented studies on the... Read more »

Insufficient progress on tenofovir, FTC and efavirenz?

Dear Dr Young,I was diagnosed in December 2004 with a CD4 count of 56, a viral load of 86,000 and a CD4/CD8 percentage of 4.7.I started treatment (tenofovir, FTC, Efavirenz) on 19 January with a CD4 of 95, a VL of 100,000 and CD4/CD8 % of 5.5.At 23...

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

Rocky Mountain CARES

Thanks for your questions and post.Looks like you started on a potent first line treatment with a high viral load. You've had a baseline resistance test (good!) and while not definitive proof, pretty good evidence that you did not acquire drug... Read more »

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Tenofovir

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

I'm just starting treatment and my doctor who does things differently recommended tenofovir...I know it's a new drug. Has anyone any experience with it?

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Efavirenz: ways to fight its sleep-reduction.

Posted by BrokenWingedBird, 1 Reply

If Efavirenz (and Efavirenz along)is really wrecking your sleep quality, then the only solution is to stop taking Efavirenz (and substitute it with another drug).

However, there are ways to ensure your sleep is as good as possible.

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Complera, the new once-daily combo pill

Posted by bartleby

new treatment option. here's what you need to know.
Complera (rilpivirine/tenofovir/FTC) is like Atripla (efavirenz/tenofovir/FTC) except it replaces the Sustiva (efavirenz, Stocrin) arm with Edurant (rilpivirine). it has to be taken with a meal.... Read more »

Light sleeping / no sleeping / endless dreaming

Posted by Anonymous, 6 Replies

I'm on EFV, 3TC, & TDF (Efavirenz, Lamivudine, & Tenofovir). All taken at the same time, just before bed.

I either sleep so lightly that any movement or sound from my partner wakes me up; or I lie there for two to four hours not sleeping at... Read more »

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