🔴 HIV / AIDS

Commonly prescribed medications, what to avoid, and lifestyle guidance

📋 Overview

HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system. With modern antiretroviral therapy (ART), HIV is a manageable chronic condition with near-normal life expectancy.

💊 Commonly Prescribed Medications

Bictegravir/Emtricitabine/Tenofovir (Biktarvy)Single-tablet ART

Most commonly prescribed. One pill once daily. Well tolerated.

Dolutegravir/Abacavir/Lamivudine (Triumeq)Single-tablet ART

Requires HLA-B*5701 testing before starting.

Cabotegravir + Rilpivirine (Cabenuva)Long-acting Injectable

Monthly or every 2-month injection. No daily pills.

Emtricitabine/Tenofovir (Truvada/Descovy)PrEP (Prevention)

For HIV-negative people at high risk.

🚫 What to Avoid

Never stop ART. St. John Wort significantly reduces ART drug levels. Check all new medications for interactions.

🥗 Lifestyle Tips

Take medications at the same time every day. Regular viral load and CD4 monitoring.

📋 Important Note

Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U). A person on ART with undetectable viral load cannot transmit HIV sexually.

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