Biktarvy
Bictegravir · Emtricitabine · Tenofovir Alafenamide
Bictegravir and emtricitabine tablets for HIV-1 infection. Two antiretrovirals work together to stop the virus from copying itself and spreading.
- Category
- HIV Management
- Active ingredients
- Bictegravir · Emtricitabine · Tenofovir Alafenamide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 50mg + 200mg + 25mg
Biktarvy is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Biktarvy depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Biktarvy details
- Alternative names
- bictegravir, emtricitabine, tenofovir alafenamide
- Therapeutic class
- Integrase Inhibitor and Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor Combination
- Pharmacological class
- Antiretroviral Combination
- Contraindications
- concurrent dofetilide use; hypersensitivity to any component
- Minor side effects
- diarrhoea; nausea; headache
- Moderate side effects
- insomnia; fatigue; elevated serum lipids
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Gilead Sciences
- Onset Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- Rifampin; St. John's Wort; Antacids
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults and children over two years.
Serious side effects
lactic acidosis, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Bictegravir and emtricitabine tablets for HIV-1 infection. Two antiretrovirals work together to stop the virus from copying itself and spreading.
Mechanism of action
Blocks viral integrase and reverse transcriptase activities to prevent host chromosome entry and viral generation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Not recommended in HIV-positive patients.
What you will receive
Biktarvy names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Bictegravir / Emtricitabine / Tenofovir Alafenamide at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.