What is Tenvir-EM (Tenofovir Disoproxil, Fumarate / Emtricitabine) used for?

Tenvir-EM (Tenofovir Disoproxil, Fumarate / Emtricitabine) is used together with other antiretroviral drugs to treat HIV-1 infection occurring in adults. This drug contains the active ingredients Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, which is a type of antiretroviral drug that blocks a certain enzyme which is needed for viral production, and Emtricitabine, which works by inhibiting a certain enzyme, known as reverse transcriptase, thereby helping to reduce the viral load in the patient's body.

How should I use Tenvir-EM (Tenofovir Disoproxil, Fumarate / Emtricitabine) ?

Tenvir-EM (Tenofovir Disoproxil, Fumarate / Emtricitabine) tablets are taken orally. Adults are normally directed to take one tablet daily, with food. This drug is not recommended for use in children and adolescents aged 18 years and younger. Patients should always consult their physician before taking this medication so that the correct dosage can be prescribed to them, as there may be special or unique requirements for individual patients depending on the particular condition being treated.

What are the side effects of Tenvir-EM (Tenofovir Disoproxil, Fumarate / Emtricitabine) ?

Some side effects may occur when taking Tenvir-EM (Tenofovir Disoproxil, Fumarate / Emtricitabine), such as:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

Patients should consult their physician immediately if any of these side effects persist or worsen, or if they notice any other more serious side effects. It is important to discuss fully the risk of all potential side effects with your physician before taking this medication.

Please Note

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your physician or pharmacist while using Tenvir-EM (Tenofovir Disoproxil, Fumarate / Emtricitabine). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the patient and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain patients, it is essential you always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if you are taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Patients suffering from Hepatitis B should inform their physician before taking this drug as their condition may need to be regularly monitored while taking this medication.

This drug should not be used in combination with nucleoside analogs.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if you have any allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.