Tenvir-em
Tenofovir Disoproxil, Emtricitabine
300mg + 200mg
Tenofovir and emtricitabine tablets for HIV and pre-exposure prophylaxis. Combining two antivirals lowers the risk of resistance.
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HIV Management
Antiretroviral tablets for HIV-1 treatment fill this range, from single-ingredient options such as Tivicay and Sustiva to combination tablets such as Biktarvy, Viropil and Tenvir-em, which also covers pre-exposure prophylaxis.
Biktarvy
Bictegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide
50mg + 200mg + 25mg
Bictegravir and emtricitabine tablets for HIV-1 infection. Two antiretrovirals work together to stop the virus from copying itself and spreading.
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Viropil
Dolutegravir, Lamivudine, Tenofovir Disoproxil
50mg + 300mg + 300mg
Dolutegravir and lamivudine tablets for HIV-1 infection. It blocks two different steps in the HIV lifecycle.
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Trustiva
Tenofovir Disoproxil, Efavirenz, Emtricitabine
300mg + 600mg + 200mg
Tenofovir disoproxil and efavirenz tablets for HIV-1. They combine two antiretrovirals to keep the virus in check.
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Key points
- Antiretroviral therapy is recommended for everyone with HIV, using single medicines or combinations to lower viral load.
- HIV medicines are grouped into classes by the stage of the virus’s life cycle they target.
- Combination tablets place two or three antiretroviral ingredients in a single pill, so one product can cover a full regimen.
- This range spans prevention and treatment: most tablets treat existing HIV-1 infection, while Tenvir-em is also listed for pre-exposure prophylaxis.
Single-ingredient antiretrovirals
Tivicay contains dolutegravir, and Sustiva contains efavirenz, two antiretroviral ingredients that block different stages of HIV’s life cycle. Lamivudine is the single ingredient in Epivir, and it also appears in two of the combination tablets below.
Combination tablets
Tenofovir disoproxil and emtricitabine are paired in Tenvir-em, which is also listed for pre-exposure prophylaxis alongside HIV-1 treatment. The same two ingredients appear again in Trustiva, alongside efavirenz, and tenofovir disoproxil also appears in Viropil, alongside dolutegravir and lamivudine. Biktarvy combines bictegravir, emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide, a related but distinct tenofovir form, into a single combination regimen. Combivir pairs lamivudine with zidovudine.
Further reading
Which HIV medicines can I buy on Direct Meds?
Direct Meds lists 8 HIV medicines. Together they contain 8 different active ingredients, including tenofovir disoproxil, emtricitabine and lamivudine. Examples include Tenvir-em and Biktarvy; all 8 medicines are listed on this page.
What are HIV medicines used for?
Between them, the HIV medicines on Direct Meds are used for human immunodeficiency virus 1 (HIV-1) infection and pre-exposure prophylaxis.
What form do HIV medicines come in?
They come as tablets. The strengths are listed on each product page.
Which of these HIV medicines is right for me?
Start with the active ingredient: there are 8 different ones in this range. Products with the same active ingredients contain the same medicine. Compare their strength, form and price per tablet. Each product page's details table lists uses, how quickly it works, side effects and interactions. If you take other medicines, are pregnant or have a long-term condition, check with a doctor or pharmacist first.
Will I receive branded or generic HIV medicines?
Usually a generic. Names such as Biktarvy and Tivicay identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredients and strength. Others, such as Tenvir-em and Viropil, are listed under their own names; for these you receive a branded generic or generic with the same active ingredients, depending on stock.
What you will receive →How are HIV medicines priced?
Compare each medicine, strength and pack on its product page. Prices are shown in rand, converted from US dollars, so the final rand total can change with the exchange rate. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Are HIV medicines available over the counter in South Africa?
Yes, online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order HIV medicines. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order HIV medicines online in South Africa?
Yes. Choose a product, strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
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