About TRUSTIVA Tablet
TRUSTIVA Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
TRUSTIVA Tablet restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach for better efficacy. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, trouble sleeping, headache, and rash. These are usually not serious, however, inform your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. This medicine can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy, so it is advised to avoid driving. In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects. While on the treatment, generally, some people may experience bone pain. To cope up with this you can take calcium and vitamin D supplements as per your doctor’s advice. Birth control pills are ineffective with this medicine, therefore other reliable birth controls should be used.
Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any kidney, liver, or bone disease. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to check your blood counts, liver function, and kidney function. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.
Uses Of TRUSTIVA Tablet
- HIV infection
Benefits Of TRUSTIVA Tablet
In HIV infection
TRUSTIVA Tablet prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life.
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.
Side Effects Of TRUSTIVA Tablet
Common side effects of TRUSTIVA
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Allergic reaction
- Fatigue
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Increased transaminase level in blood
- Decreased phosphate level in blood
- Increased triglyceride level in blood
- Increased glucose level in blood
- Gastrointestinal disorder
- Increased liver enzymes
- Elevated levels of serum amylase
- Increased lipase in the blood
- Elevated creatinine kinase
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Depression
- Dizziness
- Abnormal dreams
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Anxiety
