Tenofovir Alafenamide
On this shelf, tenofovir alafenamide appears in one product: Biktarvy, a single tablet combining 50 mg tenofovir alafenamide, 200 mg bictegravir and 25 mg emtricitabine for HIV-1 infection.
Medicine containing Tenofovir Alafenamide
Key points
- Tenofovir alafenamide is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) that works by reducing the amount of virus in the blood.
- Renal impairment, including acute kidney failure and Fanconi syndrome, has been reported with tenofovir alafenamide-containing products, so kidney function is monitored during treatment.
How does tenofovir alafenamide work?
Tenofovir alafenamide is a prodrug: the body converts it into tenofovir, the active form that interferes with reverse transcriptase, the enzyme HIV uses to copy its genetic material. Blocking that step slows the virus from making new copies of itself. In Biktarvy, tenofovir alafenamide works alongside bictegravir and emtricitabine, each targeting a different stage of the HIV life cycle, as part of HIV Management.
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FAQ
Which tenofovir alafenamide products does Direct Meds sell?
On Direct Meds, tenofovir alafenamide comes as Biktarvy. Compare their forms, strengths and packs.
How is tenofovir alafenamide priced?
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Payment and prices →Do I need a prescription for tenofovir alafenamide in South Africa?
No, not online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order tenofovir alafenamide. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy tenofovir alafenamide in South Africa?
On Direct Meds: choose the 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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