Forstavir-LE Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Aurobindo Pharma Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Lamivudine (300mg) + Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (300mg) + Efavirenz (600mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
User Rating | 4.6 |
User Reviews | 704 |
FAQ
Forstavir-LE Tablet Reviews
Forstavir-LE restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime for better efficacy. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine must not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it.
The most common side effects of this medicine are impaired concentration, abnormal dreams, headache, nausea, weakness and fatigue, nasal congestion, diarrhea, rash, dizziness, trouble sleeping, pain, depression, and cough. These are usually not serious and go away within 2-4 weeks of treatment, however, inform your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. As it can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy, it is advised to avoid driving. In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects.
Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any kidney, liver, or other diseases. Your doctor may suggest some laboratory tests before and during the treatment to check your blood counts, liver and kidney functioning, and other health and mental conditions. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.
How Forstavir-LE Tablet Works
How to Use Forstavir-LE Tablet
Benefits of Forstavir-LE Tablet
- In Treatment of HIV infection: Forstavir-LE prevents HIV from multiplying in the body. It helps control the infection and make the immune system work better. This lowers the chances of getting complications, such as new infections, and improves the quality of life.It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of this combination of medicines and reduces the chances of HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. Although taking this medicine does not prevent the passing of HIV to other people.
Uses of Forstavir-LE Tablet
- Treatment of HIV infection
Forstavir-LE Tablet Side Effects
- Indigestion
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Diarrhea
- Cough
- Pain
- Headache
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Muscle pain
- Dizziness
- Rash
- Depression
- Increased triglyceride level in blood
- Increased transaminase level in blood
- Nausea
- Impaired concentration
- Back pain
- Elevated levels of serum amylase
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Abdominal pain
- Joint pain
- Pneumonia
- Blood in urine
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Abnormal dreams
- Fever
- Anxiety
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
- Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
- Forstavir-LE may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
- Forstavir-LE is a combination of three medicines which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infections.
- Do not stop taking Forstavir-LE without your doctor’s advice.
- Take it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime, to reduce side effects.
- Forstavir-LE can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Forstavir-LE and 12 weeks after stopping it.
References
- Efavirenz. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2014 [revised 10 Dec. 2018].
- Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate+Lamivudine+Efavirenz. Place of publication: Mylan Laboratories Limited; Sep. 2014.
- CiplaMed. Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate, Lamivudine and Efavirenz [Prescribing Information].
- Lamivudine. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2012 [revised 24 Jun. 2018].
- Tenofovir disoproxil. Limassol, Cyprus: Remedica Ltd.; 2018.