Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir is a combination antiviral medicine that is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).This medicine is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.
Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir is for use in adults and children who are at least 12 years old and who weigh at least 77 pounds (35 kilograms).
Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What isComplera(Oral)used for?
- HIV Infection
warnings
What is the most important information I should know aboutComplera(Oral)?
You should not take Complera or Odefsey if you are allergic to emtricitabine, rilpivirine, or tenofovir.
This medicine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old or weighing less than 77 pounds (35 kilograms).
There are many other drugs that can make Complera or Odefsey less effective and should not be used at the same time:
- dexamethasone (more than 1 dose);
- St. John's wort;
- tuberculosis medication——利福平,rifapentine;
- seizure medicine--carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin; or
- stomach acid reducers--dexlansoprazole, esomeprazole, lansoprazole, omeprazole, pantoprazole, rabeprazole.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- kidney disease;
- liver disease (including hepatitis B or C);
- depression or suicidal thoughts; or
- bone problems.
Your doctor will perform blood tests to make sure you do not have hepatitis B.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, and use your medications properly to control your infection. HIV can be passed to your baby if the virus is not controlled during pregnancy. Your name may be listed on a registry to track any effects of antiviral medicine on the baby.
Women with HIV or AIDS should not breastfeed a baby. Even if your baby is born without HIV, the virus may be passed to the baby in your breast milk.
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Side Effects
What are the side effects ofComplera(Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body.Symptoms may include: a blistering skin rash, fever, mouth sores, eye redness, swollen glands, trouble breathing or swallowing, right-sided upper stomach pain, unusual bruising, or dark urine.
马上打电话给你的医生如果你有:
- depression or mood changes, anxiety, restlessness, suicidal thoughts or actions;
- kidney problems--little or no urination, swelling in your feet or ankles, feeling tired or short of breath;
- lactic acidosis--unusual muscle pain, trouble breathing, stomach pain, vomiting, irregular heart rate, dizziness, feeling cold, or feeling very weak or tired; or
- liver problems--stomach pain, nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
This medicine affects your immune system, which may cause certain side effects (even weeks or months after you've taken this medicine). Tell your doctor if you have:
- signs of a new infection--fever, night sweats, swollen glands, cold sores, cough, wheezing, diarrhea, weight loss;
- trouble speaking or swallowing, problems with balance or eye movement, weakness or prickly feeling; or
- swelling in your neck or throat (enlarged thyroid), menstrual changes, impotence.
Common side effects may include:
- headache, dizziness, tiredness;
- depressed mood, trouble sleeping, strange dreams;
- rash; or
- nausea, diarrhea.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
我可以Complera(Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, and use your medications properly to control your infection. HIV can be passed to your baby if the virus is not controlled during pregnancy. Your name may be listed on a registry to track any effects of antiviral medicine on the baby.
Women with HIV or AIDS should not breastfeed a baby. Even if your baby is born without HIV, the virus may be passed to the baby in your breast milk.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingComplera(Oral)?
Using this medicine will not prevent your disease from spreading.Do not have unprotected sex or share razors or toothbrushes. Talk with your doctor about safe ways to prevent HIV transmission during sex. Sharing drug or medicine needles is never safe, even for a healthy person.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeComplera(Oral)?
UseComplera(Oral)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Always take this medicine with food.
Complera and Odefsey doses are based on weight in children. Your child's dose needs may change if the child gains or loses weight.
You will need frequent medical tests. Your bone density may also need to be tested.
If you've ever had hepatitis B, this virus may become active or get worse in the months after you stop using this medicine.You may need frequent liver function tests during treatment and for several months after your last dose.
Do not change your dose or dosing schedule without your doctor's advice.Every person with HIV should remain under the care of a doctor.
Store this medicine in original container at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Take the medicinewith a mealas soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if you are more than 12 hours late for the dose.Do nottake two doses at one time.
Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.
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