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Truvada (Viread + Emtriva)

Type of Drug: Fixed-Dose Combination: Fixed-dose combinations combine the most commonly prescribed doses of several medications into 1 pill.

Approved adult dosing

Viread 300 mg + Emtriva 200 mg in a single tablet

one tablet Truvada once a day

Daily
Truvada

Notes on taking this medication

No food restrictions, can take with or without food
Do not take Truvada with Epivir
Persons with kidney problems may need an adjustment to their doses of the component drugs, and have to take them separately, not as a single pill

Same side effects as

Viread

Gassiness; abdominal discomfort; nausea; diarrhea
Kidney impairment
Viread is active against hepatitis B, and stopping it can cause "flare-up" of hepatitis B

Emtriva

Skin discoloration (particularly in dark-skinned people)
Headache; diarrhea; nausea
Emtriva is active against hepatitis B, and stopping it can cause "flare-up" of hepatitis B

See accompanying chart: Tips for Common Side Effects

My doctor's instructions

Disclaimer: This information is not meant to substitute for advice from your medical provider or pharmacist. If you have any questions about your medication dosing, talk to your medical provider or pharmacist.