Buy Trustiva Tablet 30s- Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Instructions

Introduction of Trustiva Tablet 30s

Trustiva Tablet is a combination of antiretroviral medicines. It should be taken in an empty stomach for better efficiency. Taking these medication on a daily basis at the same time improves their efficiency. You should not skip a dose of this medication as it will affect your recovery. It is necessary to complete the full course of treatment until you are told by your doctor to stop it.

While on this medication, in general, some people might experience bone pain. You should take calcium and vitamin D supplements as advised by your doctor to cope with this. Birth control pills are ineffective with this medication, so other reliable birth control pills must be used.

Before beginning the course of treatment, you can contact your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have kidney, liver or bone problems. Your doctor may recommend routine blood tests to check your blood count, liver function, and kidney function. You should not breastfeed or share personal items such as razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor for safe sex methods to avoid transmission during intercourse.

How To Use Trustiva Tablet 30s

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time each day if it is indicated for everyday use.

Brands

Hetero Labs

Active Ingredient

efavirenz emtricitabine Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate

Manufactured by

Hetero Labs Limited

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Take this medication at the dosage and frequency prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it down as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it down. Trustiva Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Common side effects of this medication include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, flatulence, difficulty sleeping, headache, and rash. These are generally not serious, but tell your doctor if they bother you or does not go away. This medication can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy, so you should stop driving. In addition, avoid alcohol intake as it can increase the severity of the side effects.

Rash, Dizziness, Nausea, Headache, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, Fatigue, Disturbance in attention, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain

Diarrhea, Headache, Elevated creatine kinase, Nausea, Increased number of white blood cells, Allergic reaction, Insomnia, Abdominal pain, Dyspepsia, Rash, Anemia, Skin discolouration

Gut disturbances, Dizziness, Headache, Nausea and vomiting Diarrhea, Abdominal discomfort, Liver enzyme dysfunction, Skin rash, Hypophosphataemia, Lactic acidosis

Warning Precautions

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

Rare cases of Osteonecrosis have been reported in patients with advanced HIV disease and long- term antiretroviral therapy. However, it is due to several factors including chronic alcohol consumption. The drug interactions is still inconclusive. Please consult your doctor before using it. Rare cases of Osteonecrosis have been reported in patients with advanced HIV disease and long- term antiretroviral therapy. However, it is due to several factors including chronic alcohol consumption. Drug interactions are still inconclusive. Please consult your doctor before using it.There is no known interaction between alcohol and Trustiva Tablet 30s when used concomitantly. However, alcohol consumption can increase the risk of liver damage, further accentuate the side effect of Trustiva Tablet 30s on the liver. Thus, alcohol is not advisable to be used concomitantly with Trustiva Tablet 30s.

Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe)

Trustiva Tablet 30s may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. If a woman takes Trustiva Tablet 30s during the first trimester of pregnancy, the patient should be informed of the risk to the foetus. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Women of childbearing potential should undergo pregnancy testing before initiation of Trustiva Tablet 30s. Please consult your doctor before using it. Trustiva Tablet 30s may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have not shown adverse effects on the fetus but there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor before using it. Human studies and animal studies do not show reproductive toxicities. Thus, Trustiva Tablet 30s can be used during pregnancy if indicated. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)

In animal studies, Trustiva Tablet 30s is excreted in breast milk but there are limited human studies. It is also recommended that HIV- positive mothers do not breastfeed their children regardless of circumstances to avoid transmission of HIV. Dolutegravir is excreted in breast milk but there are limited studies regarding its effect on feeding baby. It is also recommended that HIV- positive mothers do not breastfeed their children regardless of circumstances to avoid transmission of HIV. Human studies have shown the excretion of Trustiva Tablet 30s in breastmilk but there are limited data on the effects of Trustiva Tablet 30s in breastfed babies. Thus, Trustiva Tablet 30s is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding. In fact, women with chronic HBV infection and HIV infection is not advisable to breastfeed their babies.

Driving Warning (Not Advisable)

Trustiva Tablet 30s may cause side effects of dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Trustiva Tablet 30s may cause side effects of headaches, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Trustiva Tablet 30s usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

Trustiva Tablet 30s excretion through the renal system is not significant. However there are limited studies of its usage on patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Trustiva Tablet 30s may be needed. Please consult your doctor before using it. Trustiva Tablet 30s should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Trustiva Tablet 30s may be needed. Please consult your doctor before using it. Caution use and dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

Trustiva Tablet 30s should be used with caution in patients with mild liver disease. Dose adjustment of Trustiva Tablet 30s and close monitoring may be needed. It is not recommended in moderate to severe liver disease as there is inadequate data on usage of Trustiva Tablet 30s on these patients. Please consult your doctor before using it. Trustiva Tablet 30s should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Trustiva Tablet 30s may be needed. Please consult your doctor before using it. Trustiva Tablet 30s is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.

Quick Tips

Taking it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime, to avoid side effects.
Skipping doses raises the risk of failure of medication. Make sure you take all the doses at the right time.
Trustiva Tablet can cause dizziness or sleepiness.
Don't drive or do something that requires concentration before you know how it affects you.
Trustiva Tablet can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception when taking Trustiva Tablet 12 weeks after stopping it.
It can cause your bones to weaken.
Exercise regularly and take the calcium and vitamin D supplements suggested by your doctor.
Your doctor can monitor your kidney and liver function on a regular basis.
Tell your doctor if you experience symptoms such as stomach pain, lack of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
Do not quit taking Trustiva Tablet without advice from your doctor.

FAQ

Can Trustiva Tablet 30s be taken on its own?

It is not advisable to take Trustiva Tablet 30s on its own but its usually prescribed with other anti-viral medications.

Is taking Trustiva Tablet 30s with grapefruit juice safe?

It is found that Trustiva Tablet 30s interacts with grapefruit juice causing a change in the absorption of Trustiva Tablet 30s in our body. You are advised to avoid eating grapefruit and drinking grapefruit juice while on Trustiva Tablet 30s.

What should I do if I fall sick while using Trustiva Tablet 30s?

If you fall sick while using Trustiva Tablet 30s, tell your doctor immediately. If you do not start treating your infection, it might get more difficult to treat it.

Can I still transmit my disease if I am on Trustiva Tablet 30s?

Yes, Trustiva Tablet 30s is used in combination with other medicines to treat a viral infection. They decrease the infection in the blood hence reduce your chances of being infected further. Maintaining proper lifestyle changes may decrease the risk of transmitting the virus to other people.

How does Trustiva Tablet 30s work?

Trustiva Tablet 30s is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget to take your dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is just a few hours until your next dose, wait and take your normal dose at the usual time. It is important to note that taking this drug at the same time every day increases your ability to keep the virus under control. If you don’t, you risk worsened infection.

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8. BNF 73

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