Active substances: Efavirenz, Lamivudine, Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate.
Uses:
Treatment of HIV infections.
Therapeutic effects:
The reverse transcriptase enzyme produces copies of the DNA of HIV. Lamivudine and Tenofovir are Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Efavirenz is a Nonnucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor that directly inhibits the enzyme reverse transcriptase. This blocks the replication and reproduction of the virus.
Interaction with other drugs:
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications interact with Trilavir L tablet and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
Safety advices:
Pregnancy: Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby.
Breastfeeding: It is unsafe to breastfeed if you are with HIV infection.
Lungs: It is unknown whether Trilavir L tablet is safe for patients with lung problems.
Liver: Inform your physician about any underlying liver disorders before taking Trilavir L tablet.
Alcohol: Do not consume alcohol while taking the Trilavir L tablet, as this may cause drowsiness with alcohol.
Driving: It is unsafe to drive while taking Trilavir L tablet because this medicine might cause vision problems and tiredness, so avoid driving and operating machinery during this treatment.
Storage:
Store at 30°C.
Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture.
Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.
How to consume:
It is an orally available prescription drug.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Trilavir L tablet based on the disease condition and other factors.
Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Take the tablet at the same time.
Do not take an additional dose to compensate for the missed dose.
Inform your doctor about your underlying infections.
If you have advanced HIV (AIDS), you may develop signs of infection and inflammation or worsen the signs of an existing infection once treatment is started.
Report your doctor for side effects.
Always consume the dose recommended by your doctor.
Trilavir L tablet does not reduce the risk of transmitting HIV to others via sexual contact or blood contamination. You must continue the medication to avoid this complication.
FAQs:
What should you not take with Trilavir L tablet?
It is not recommended to take Trilavir L tablet with other HIV medications. Tell your healthcare provider if you are taking other medications, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
How can Trilavir L Tablets be stored?
Store Trilavir L tablets below 30°C in its original container, away from the reach of children.
What should you do if you miss a dose of Trilavir L Tablet?
If you missed a dose of Trilavir L Tablet, take one tablet as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip this dose and take your next dose as per schedule. Do not take two doses to compensate for the missed dose.
What are the required laboratory parameters before taking Trilavir L treatment?
If you are an adolescent or adult of childbearing potential, your healthcare provider will perform a pregnancy test before prescribing this treatment. Other prominent tests include HBV infection, serum creatinine, estimated creatinine clearance, urine glucose, and urine protein.
How do you know if you are hypersensitive to Trilavir L?
Watch out for symptoms like severe rash, Steven’s Johnsons syndrome, and swelling of the face or lips, and immediately reach out to your healthcare provider if you experience any of these symptoms.
