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What can you not take with Atripla?
Potential Drug Interactions Atripla should not be taken with voriconazole, ergot derivatives, midazolam, pimozide, triazolam, bepridil, or St. John’s wort. Atripla should also not be taken with other medications that prolong QTc interval (a heart problem) or medications with a known risk for torsades de pointes.
What are the drugs contraindicated during ARV administration?
Examples of medications that interact with NNRTIs include azole antifungals (ketoconazole, itraconazole), rifamycins (eg, rifabutin, rifampin), benzodiazepines (eg, midazolam, triazolam), HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (eg, lovastatin, simvastatin), and methadone.
Which medication should be avoided in combination with raltegravir?
Raltegravir: Raltegravir (400 mg once daily or 1200 mg twice daily) should not be coadministered with any aluminum- or magnesium-containing antacid.
Does Zyrtec interfere?
A total of 244 drugs are known to interact with Zyrtec (cetirizine), categorized as 0 major, 242 moderate, and 2 minor interactions….Drug Interaction Classification.
| Major | Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. |
|---|---|
| Unknown | No interaction information available. |
Is Atripla still recommended?
Current guidelines do not recommend Atripla as a first-choice treatment for most people with HIV. This is because there are newer therapies that may be safer or more effective for most people. However, Atripla may be appropriate for some people. Your doctor will decide the best treatment for you.
How long does Atripla stay in your system?
They can find ways to help you. If you stop taking Atripla, low levels of efavirenz can remain in your body for up to two or three weeks.
Can I take ARVs in the morning?
Taking it at night means you are sleeping and avoiding some of the side effects. If you are on a combination that oddest contain efavirenz it should be ok to take int the morning. The important thing is that you continue to take your medication at the same time every day.
Can you take Triumeq and atorvastatin together?
Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between atorvastatin and Triumeq.
What should I know about taking Atripla with other medications?
Do not take Atripla together with adefovir, atazanavir, voriconazole, or medications that contain emtricitabine, lamivudine, or tenofovir. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using. Many drugs can interact, and some drugs should not be used together.
What is the difference between emtricitabine and Atripla?
Efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir are antiviral medications that prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from reproducing in your body. Atripla is used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
How do I know if I am allergic to Atripla?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Atripla ( hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling).
What is the best way to store Atripla?
Store Atripla in the original container at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use. If you’ve ever had hepatitis B, this virus may become active or get worse in the months after you stop using Atripla.