Atripla is a combination drug that includes efavirenz, emtricitabine and tenofovir and is used to treat HIV. The combination of substances included in s, composition of the drug significantly simplifies the schedule for the use of medicines and helps patients to clearly observe the time of admission. In addition, the appointment of combined means prevents the development of resistance (resistance) of the virus to certain substances.
According to the reviews available on Atripla tablets, this remedy noticeably facilitates the condition of patients, prolonging their life.
Where can I buy Atripla tablets cheaper
The described drug is undoubtedly highly effective, but, unfortunately, it is expensive. The price for Atripla tablets in Moscow is around 25,000 rubles, which is actually very expensive for patients who have been taking antiretroviral therapy for years. The site can help you in this situation where generics of popular remedies are offered.
Generic "Atripla" - Viraday - released by the famous Indian company Cipla. It has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug, which means it is no less effective. And the low cost, making it available to every patient in need of treatment, is explained by the fact that generics licensed do not require research, development and advertising costs. According to official sources taken from the manufacturer’s website, Viraday is delivered to hospitals in Africa and is in great demand in the Asian market.
Application features
It should be borne in mind that the use of Atripla implies the absence of an unsuccessful outcome of treatment with other anti-HIV drugs. If this was noted, then the risk of mutations that have already occurred in the new generation of the virus is high, and therefore the patient should be tested for resistance to each of the active substances of the described drug.
Adults are usually prescribed one Atripla tablet once a day. At the same time, they do not chew it, but swallow it whole and drink it with water. The drug is best taken on an empty stomach, since otherwise manifestations of the body's negative reactions are possible.
To minimize the side effects of efavirenz, which is part of the product, it is best to take the pill before bedtime.
Contraindications
The drug "Atripla" is not prescribed for pregnant and lactating patients, except when there is no other way to increase low levels of the immune system.
These tablets are also not recommended for children, due to the high toxicity of the components.
Do not use them and in conjunction with medicines containing substances that are part of the described means, so as not to violate their clear proportion.
In addition, the drug is not prescribed to patients:
- with renal failure;
- diseases of the skeletal system;
- severe violations of the liver;
- having alcohol or drug addiction;
- suffering from mental disorders.
Side effects
As confirmed by the drug Atripla reviews of specialists, due to the fixed dosage of its constituent substances, there are few side effects from taking the drug. The most common are:
- weakness;
- headache;
- the appearance in the mouth of an unpleasant aftertaste;
- nausea;
- diarrhea;
- flatulence;
- a feeling of dry mouth;
- stomach ache;
- rash on the skin, in any form;
- redness
- swelling.
With the use of the described drug, the possibility of the appearance of obsessive dreams, nightmares and anxiety or euphoria in patients is also associated.