K-pax Interaction Hiv Meds Atripla

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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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Atripla and bipolar meds

I have been HIV+ for about three years and about 4 months ago began taking Atripla. About a year ago I was diagnosed as bipolar and have suffered from severe bouts of depression. I take lithium (2 300mg pills 3 times a day), effexor xr (150 mg in...

Response from Ewald Horwath, M.D.

University of Miami School of Medicine

The good news is that your antiretroviral meds seem to be working very well.With your current medications, it's important to be cautious about your lithium level. When lithium levels are too high, it can cause trouble with balance, muscle... Read more »

Interaction of HIV meds and herbal meds

I am a Physician Assistant in California working with coinfected patients. I had a question about safety of herbal medicines (saw palmeto) and HIV meds, specifically Atripla. The herb question comes up quite a bit, is there any reference thats...

Response from Gerald Pierone, M.D.

AIDS Research and Treatment Center of the Treasure Coast

I have not been able to find a searchable online reference for drug-herb interactions. There are several reference books on the market, but an online reference would be extremely helpful. If any of our readers knows of such a resource please let me... Read more »

About K-Pax

Hey Dr.Bob,You are my favorite doctor on this website, I love your sense of humor and positive attitude.I wrote you before, I am the gay guy from New York with 528 t-cell count and 14000 viral load, not on meds, newly diagnosed (3 months ago).I am...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi New York Guy,Welcome back to the forum.K-Pax is one of a number of vitamin and micronutrient combinations "promising" to boost or support the immune system and to do lots of other things too, like increase energy levels, improve liver... Read more »

K PAX VITAMINES

Dear Doctor,What do you think about K-PAX vitamines? They are expensive and i would like to buy them for my CD4 cellsbut i do not want towaste my money. Thank you very much and A LOVELY X-MAS from Belgium for you and all your friends.(also a good...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Patrick,Thanks for the X-MAS wishes! Regarding K-PAX -- and any other pricey vitamins and immune-builders! -- I haven't changed my opinion! See below. Save your money for something that may actually help or for something you would enjoy... Read more »

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Have HIV and on Atripla with a question

Posted by Starboy, 4 Replies

Hi All:
I have been on Atripla since it first came out and recently notice that I seem to be not allergic to Poision Ivy anymore. Was wondering if any one else has a similar experience. I have been working in my woods all week in Poision Ivy which I... Read more »

switched to Atripla! wooohoooooo

Posted by mauka, 3 Replies

Man I was pretty worried but I guess so far so good, no nightmares, dreaming a lot yes but it ain't bad at all! The only thing is when i go to bed I get so itchy on my feet and legs and scratch almost to bleed any tips on that? Thanks everyone for... Read more »

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Posted by orange01

Hi am have been taking atripla for about a month now( this is the only hiv med i take or ever took). I am a 30 year old woman.I was interested in getting info from a woman who has been on this medication for more than 6 months. I just wanted to... Read more »

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