Tenofovir

Tenofovir is the generic name of the pill known commercially as Viread, used to treat AIDS in adults, which works by helping to reduce the amount of the HIV virus in the body and the chances of the patient developing opportunistic infections like pneumonia or herpes.

Tenofovir, produced by United Medical Laboratories, is one of the components of the 3-in-1 AIDS drug.

Viread should only be used under medical prescription and always in combination with other antiretroviral drugs used to treat HIV-positive patients.

Indications for Tenofovir

Tenofovir is indicated for the treatment of AIDS in adults, in combination with other AIDS medicines.

Tenofovir does not cure AIDS or reduce the risk of HIV transmission, therefore, the patient must maintain some precautions such as using condoms in all intimate contacts, not using or sharing used needles and personal objects that may contain blood such as to shave.

How to use Tenofovir

The Tenofovir method of use consists of taking 1 tablet a day, under medical guidance, in combination with other AIDS medications, indicated by the doctor.

Side effects of Tenofovir

Side effects of Tenofovir include redness and itching of the skin, headache, diarrhea, depression, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, intestinal gas, kidney problems, lactic acidosis, inflammation of the pancreas and liver, abdominal pain, high volume of urine, thirst, muscle pain and weakness, and bone pain and weakening.

Contraindications for Tenofovir

Tenofovir is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to the components of the formula and who are taking Hepsera or other medicines with Tenofovir in its composition.

However, while breastfeeding, the use of Tenofovir should be avoided and the doctor should be consulted in case of pregnancy, kidney, bone and liver problems, including infection with the Hepatitis B virus and other medical conditions.