Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide
Information about Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide
Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide Uses
Bictegravir+Emtricitabine+Tenofovir Alafenamide is used in the treatment of HIV infection.
How Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide works
Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide is a combination of three anti HIV medications. Bictegravir is an integrase strand transfer inhibitor that prevents HIV replication. Emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide inhibit viral enzyme called reverse transcriptase and viral DNA synthesis, preventing HIV replication.
Common side effects of Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide
Diarrhea, Nausea, Headache
Available Medicine for Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide
Expert advice for Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide
- Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide.
- Some medications should not be taken with Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide. Make sure you have discussed any medications you are currently taking or plan to take before starting Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide with your doctor.
- If you are taking an antacid containing calcium, magnesium, aluminum, or sucralfate, take Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide on an empty stomach 2 hours before you take the antacid or sucralfate.
- If you are taking an iron or a calcium supplement, take it at the same time as Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide along with food.
- Do not stop taking Bictegravir + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide without first talking to your doctor.