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Descovy (Emtricitabine / Tenofovir)

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Description

Your doctor may prescribe Descovy to suppress the infection caused by HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). HIV is a chronic infection that slowly attacks the immune system, slowly leading to potentially fatal infections. HIV can be appropriately suppressed with the long-term use of antiviral agents.

Descovy contains two different medications that work by preventing HIV viruses from replicating. Stopping replication gives the immune system a chance to manage the infection and prevent symptoms.

Directions

Take Descovy once daily, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food.

Missing dosages can increase the risk of developing resistant strains of the virus, making Descovy less effective. 

Ingredients

The active ingredients are tenofovir 200 mg and emtricitabine 25 mg.

Interactions

Descovy has many potential interactions with other medications. It can also react to over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, herbals, and supplements. Use caution if you are taking any of the following:

  • Acyclovir-Valacyclovir
  • Adefovir
  • Aminoglycosides
  • Cabozantinib
  • Carbamazepine
  • Cidofovir
  • Cladribine
  • Cobicistat
  • Fosphenytoin-Phenytoin
  • Ganciclovir-Valganciclovir
  • Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
  • Orlistat
  • Oxcarbazepine
  • Phenobarbital
  • Primidone
  • Rifabutin
  • Rifampin
  • Rifapentine
  • Ritonavir
  • St John's Wort
  • Tipranavir

Cautions

Tell your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver problems before taking this medication.

When starting Descovy, some patients are at risk of developing immune reconstitution syndrome. This occurs before the immune system suddenly becomes more active once treatment starts. Symptoms may include fever, lymphadenopathy, and worsening existing infections.

Tell your doctor if you have a history of lactic acidosis before starting Descovy.

Side Effects

Descovy side effects may include the following:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Decreased bone mineral density
  • Exacerbation of hepatitis B
  • Fanconi's syndrome
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Increased serum triglycerides
  • Proximal tubular nephropathy
  • Skin rash urticaria

References


Descovy [package insert]. Foster City, CA: Gilead; 2021.


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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