Will Atripla Help Increase Platelets

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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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Platelets and Atripla

I was diagnosed as HIV positive in 6.09 and beganm taking Atripla after resistance testing frm an HIV specialist in 7.2009. I was originally diagnosed because of extremely low platelets. After taking Atripla for 23 days my platelet level further...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Thrombocytopenia (low platelets) can be associated with untreated HIV infection. As HIV replication (viral load) is brought under control with combination antiretroviral therapy and the CD4 count begins to rebound, we often will see improvements... Read more »

Low Platelets

Hello Dr. Bob!First, LOVE YOU and the work you do, and your amazing sense of humor. You are also truly inspiring.I am HIV+ for 3.5 years now. Until this year, my CD4 counts were (800-1000 range) high and had no need for medication. I have...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Low Platelets in PA,There are many immunologic as well as non-immunologic causes for thrombocytopenia (low platelets). Certainly for you HIV is a prime suspect and if indeed this is the cause, treatment with antiretroviral drugs may lead to... Read more »

Increasing Side Effects Of Atripla

I have noticed that the 'buzz' that I get after taking my Atripla has seemed to get a little worse. Any thoughts on why that may be happening ? I take the meds at noon to help with the sleep problems.Thanks and PLEASE keep up the great...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

If the buzz is getting worse after 4+ weeks of Atripla then I would be concerned that in your case the fixed dose of efavirenz is too large. Getting efavirenz blood levels may help sort that out. I often would seek input from a HIV savy pharmacist.... Read more »

Improving labs but low platelets

I was diagnosed in 6.2009 and have been taking Atripla now for since 7.22.2009. My lab tests were done after taking Atripla for three weeks ans the cd4 count had increased from 213 to over 400. The viral load has improved (however; I do not know...

Response from Mark Holodniy, M.D., F.A.C.P., C.I.C.

Stanford University, School of Medicine

Your doctor is correct. In some cases of HIV infection (like yours) the infection can affect the platelet count. HIV treatment can improve the count or get it back to the normal range. This may take a few months. On the other hand, some times the... Read more »

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