Tenolam-AR Kit is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

Tenolam-AR Kit restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken with food. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.

Some common side effects of this medicine are fever, tiredness, stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, headache, depression, insomnia, taste change, tingling sensation in hands and feet, rashes, etc. These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor. This medicine can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy, so it is advised to avoid driving.

Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health condition. Your doctor may suggest regular laboratory tests to check your blood counts and other bodily functions. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

Uses of Tenolam-AR Kit

Treatment of HIV infection

Benefits of Tenolam-AR Kit

In Treatment of HIV infection

Tenolam-AR Kit controls HIV infection by preventing the virus from multiplying in the body. It also helps your immnune system to work better and may decrease your chance of developing HIV-related illnesses such as AIDS. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. Taking Tenolam-AR Kit along with practicing safer sex and making other lifestyle changes may decrease the risk of transmitting the HIV virus to other people.

Side effects of Tenolam-AR Kit

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tenolam-AR

Fever
Tiredness
Headache
Dizziness
Depression
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Taste change
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Increased liver enzymes
Increased blood lipid level
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
Skin rash

How to use Tenolam-AR Kit

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Tenolam-AR Kit should be taken with or after food.

How Tenolam-AR Kit works

Tenolam-AR Kit is a combination of four antiviral medicines: Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, Lamivudine, Atazanavir and Ritonavir. Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and Lamivudine work by preventing HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in your body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood. Atazanavir and Ritonavir work by interfering with an enzyme (protease), which is required by HIV-infected cells to make new viruses.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Tenolam-AR Kit.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Tenolam-AR Kit during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tenolam-AR Kit may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Tenolam-AR Kit may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tenolam-AR Kit is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tenolam-AR Kit is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

What if you forget to take Tenolam-AR Kit?

If you miss a dose of Tenolam-AR Kit, contact your doctor as soon as possible. They will advise you on how to proceed, which may include rescheduling the missed dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Tenolam-AR Kit must be taken with food at the same time every day.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and a healthy diet while taking the medicine.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

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Others

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With food

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References

Tenofovir disoproxil. Limassol, Cyprus: Remedica Ltd.; 2018. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Lamivudine. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2012 [revised 24 Jun. 2018]. (online) Available from:
Ritonavir. Maidenhead, Berkshire: AbbVie Ltd.; 1996 [revised 25 Oct. 2018]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: