Tenvir- EM Emtricitabine + Tenofovir

What Is Emtricitabine 200mg + Tenofovir 300mg?

Emtricitabine and Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate are useful for treating the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection.

Normally, the Human Immunodeficiency Virus is the virus that causes the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS).

 Emtricitabine 200mg + Tenofovir 300mg is a suitable option for easily completely preventing the virus in the body.

The combination of the medicines is suitable for the patient in reducing the risk of getting HIV infection.

A combination of these medicines is suitable for easily preventing the high risk in adults and children.

Emtricitabine, and combination with the tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, is widely useful for easily reducing the effect of the virus in the body.

Emtricitabine and tenofovir have been widely called Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for reducing the risk of HIV.

It is important to understand that the emtricitabine and tenofovir combination is not the cure for AIDS or HIV treatments. 

Doctor would be providing the exact dosage prescription for the medicine. These are significant options for reducing the infection level in the body.

How Does Emtricitabine 200mg + Tenofovir 300mg Work?

Combination of the Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg works with extensively preventing the HIV viruses from multiplying in the body.

You need to know how does tenofovir work before taking the medicine. The Tenofovir 300mg works by easily reducing the number of viruses in the body.

The medication would easily increase CD4 cells or white blood cells in your blood protect against the infection.

Treating the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection in adults is easier with the Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg.

Taking the appropriate dosage of the medication is suitable option for easily getting significant results.

Normally, this medicine needs to be taken along with a combination of other anti-HIV medicines.

The emtricitabine is especially the Cytidine Analogue which works with extensively inhibiting the HIV reverse transcriptase.

 It automatically prevents the HIV RNA to DNA transcription. FDA also approved the use of the Emtricitabine recently.

Emtricitabine is the NRTI or Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor, which has been indicted for the HIV treatments.

These Emtricitabine are also combined with the tenofovir disoproxil to easily reduce the spread of HIV-1 infection.

Cytidine Analogue works by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood.

Emtricitabine does not cure HIV, but they are effective in decreasing the chance of developing AIDS.

The tenofovir works by easily reducing HIV infection as well as chronic hepatitis B virus infections.

 Tenofovir blocks the reverse transcriptase by reducing the amount of virus spread in the blood.

Normally, Tenofovir will increase CD4 cell count and white blood cells.

Availability at Grant Pharmacy

Emtricitabine and Tenofovir combination therapy are available at Grant Pharmacy, where patients can access high-quality medications and receive personalized care from experienced pharmacists.

How to Use Emtricitabine 200mg + Tenofovir 300mg?

The dosage and duration for the Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg need to be consulted with the doctor.

Based on your health condition along with past history, the doctor would be prescribing the medicine.

Follow the prescription given by the doctor and read the medication guides in the instruction sheet. Use the emtricitabine 200 mg as suggested by the doctor to get the full effect.

Take the Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg once per day with or without food.

Whether you are having the dialysis then you can simply take the medicine after the dialysis procedures.

You must not be changing the tenofovir 300 mg dose or skip the dosage without talking to your doctor.

Dosage will be based on the medical tests, kidney functions checked and many more.

Doctors will be providing the prescription based on your age, weight and many more.

You need to know how long does tenofovir stay in your body before taking the medication. Normally, it could take about 70.95 hours for the medicine to stay in your system.

Patient Education and Counseling

At Grant Pharmacy, we prioritize patient education and counseling to ensure that individuals understand how to take their medications safely and effectively.

• Missed Dose:

Take the Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg medicine as soon as you remember the dosage. When it is time for the next dosage then you need to avoid overdosing with the scheduled dosage.

Go back to your regular schedule to get the best effect. It is important to know that skipping the doses could make making virus to be resistant and increase the risk of infected with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus.

• Overdose:

Whether you have overdosed accidentally, then you need to consult emergency medical attention. Seek the doctor for medication attention to avoid any side effects in the blood.

Precautions and Warnings:

Before taking Emtricitabine and tenofovir disoproxil, it is essential to know about the precautions and warnings regarding the medicine.

Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg will not prevent the spread of the disease.

Whether you have had an infection, then it is best to avoid having unprotected sex and share toothbrushes, drugs, medical needles, or razors.

Seek the doctors immediately to prevent the transmission of HIV during sex.

Talk to your doctor about whether you have an allergic reaction to the Emtricitabine and Tenofovir medicines. Your doctor would be altering the medication for the treatments.

Talk to your doctor about whether you are taking prescription and nonprescription medications, nutritional supplements, or vitamins.

The doctor would be regulating the dosage of the medicine appropriately.

Talk to your doctor whether you are taking any of the medications like

• Antiviral Medication – Sitavig and Zovirax
• Adefovir (Hepsera)
• Cidofovir
• Ganciclovir (Cytovene)
• Valganciclovir (Valcyte)
• Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
• Aspirin
• Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
• Naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn)
• Gentamicin

Talk to your doctor when you are already taking herbal medicines such as St. John's wort. The doctor recommends not taking the St. John's wort if you are taking Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg.

Doctors would be prescribing the medicine by analyzing the risks of taking medicines against their benefits.

Knowing about the emtricitabine / tenofovir side effects would be a great option before taking the medicine.

Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Doctors would be suggesting the medicine based on your medication condition. You can also check the emtricitabine/tenofovir cost online from Grant Pharmacy. 

Side effects of Emtricitabine 200mg + Tenofovir 300mg:

Before taking Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg, it is the best option to learn about the side effects involved in it.

Whether you are having mild or severe emtricitabine side effects then you need to consult the doctor immediately to get the treatments.

Below are some of the common side effects while taking Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg

• Allergic reactions — skin rash, swelling of the face, itching, hives,
• Kidney problems – swelling and urinating less
• Liver problems -- swelling around midsection, loss of appetite, right-sided upper stomach pain
• Infection — fever, chills, sore throat or cough
• High lactic acid level — muscle pain or cramps
• Liver injury — right upper belly pain, nausea, light-colored or loss of appetite
• Kidney injury — decreased amount of urine, ankles, hands, or feet swelling
• Feeling Depressed Or Tired
• Night Sweats
• Swollen Glands
• Wheezing
• Sudden Or Unusual Bone Pain

Common side effects would be reduced when you are taking the daily dosages. But when you are having persistent tenofovir side effects then you need to consult the doctor immediately.

Storage:

Store Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg at room temperature, such as 68°F to 77°F or 20°C to 25°C

Keep Emtricitabine and Tenofovir in the container and keep them tightly closed

Keep Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg out of reach of children

Interactions:

Normally, the interaction of Emtricitabine and Tenofovir, along with other medicines, could be causing side effects in the body. You must not combine the Emtricitabine and Tenofovir with these medicines, such as

• Atazanavir
• Lopinavir
• Didanosine
• Ritonavir
• Cidofovir
• Acyclovir
• Ganciclovir
• Valacyclovir
• Valganciclovir
• Medication that contains Lamivudine
• Adefovir
• Medication that contains Emtricitabine or Tenofovir
• Saquinavir

Consult with your doctor whether you are taking these medicines for various other diseases. The doctor would alternate the dose and duration of the medication as some medicines can interact.

Frequently Asked Questions About Emtricitabine 200mg + Tenofovir 300mg (FAQs)

What Is Emtricitabine 200mg And Tenofovir 300mg? What Is It Used For?

Emtricitabine and Tenofovir involve with combination of medicines belonging to the antiretrovirals group of medicines.

Is Emtricitabine And Tenofovir Safe?

Yes, Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg safer options to use based on the dosage recommended by the doctor. You need to take the medicine as directed by the doctor and do not skip it.

How Does Emtricitabine 200mg And Tenofovir 300mg Work?

Emtricitabine 200mg and Tenofovir 300mg work by extensively blocking the function of the Enzyme called Reverse Transcriptase. These are quite responsible for replication process of HIV. It is helpful for reducing level of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus in blood.

Does Tenofovir 300mg Affect Fertility?

Emtricitabine and Tenofovir are used as the PrEP so these do not affect male fertility or even the outcome of pregnancy.

Is Emtricitabine And Tenofovir Effective?