Taking Atripla When You're Hiv Positive

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Atripla (Efavirenz + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir)

What Is Atripla? Atripla is a tablet that contains three antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) used to fight HIV: efavirenz (Sustiva), emtricitabine (Emtriva), and tenofovir (Viread). Atripla is manufactured by Gilead and Bristol-Myers Squibb. It is the first tablet that includes a complete antiretroviral regimen. A generic version was approved for sale outside the U.S. under the PEPFAR program (see Fact Sheet 475 ). The drugs in Atripla are a...

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Can I switch to taking my Atripla in the morning?

I started on Atripla nearly a year ago, after being HIV positive for 17 years. I had not taken any HIV meds prior to this and so far have been happy with the results - viral load undetectable t-cells on a slow but steady climb. Other than a few...

Response from Nelson Vergel, B.S.Ch.E., M.B.A.

Program for Wellness Restoration

Good question.As long as you can take it on an empty stomach in the morning, that should not be a problem. But that would mean you would have to postpone breakfast. Also, as blood levels increase during the day, it would be interested in you feel... Read more »

Taking Atripla

I was diagnosed with HIV since 1999. And, I want to thank God for being in great health. I have a question, I have Hep C and of HIV. I have been taking Atripla for 3 years already. But, ever since I been taking medication for HIV. I have been...

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

Rocky Mountain CARES

Hello and thanks for your post.Seems like you have several issues. Let's try to tackle them one at a time.It's entirely possible that the efavirenz part of your Atripla could be contributing to your mood symptoms. For some patients, a... Read more »

I just found out my boyfriend is HIV positive , what do I do? (PREGNANCY: HIV POSITIVE MALE AND HIV NEGATIVE FEMALE 2010)

My boyfriend and I have been together about a year and he contracted HIV about two months ago. I love him and I've chosen to stay with him but I am concerned for my own health because I do not have HIV. We have used condoms when we have sex but...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,I'm sorry to hear about your boyfriend's recent HIV diagnosis. Regarding your risk, I suggest you read through the information in the archives of this forum in the chapters dedicated to magnetic couples, HIV-sexual prevention and... Read more »

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 »

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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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