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Tenvir-EM Tablet
Manufactured byCIPLA LTD
ContainsTenofovir (300 mg) + Emtricitabine (200 mg)
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Description
Tenvir-EM Tablet is a combination of Tenofovir and Emtricitabine. It is an antiviral medicine used for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection (a condition that occurs when the virus attacks the immune system and interferes with your body's ability to fight infections or diseases).
Tenvir-EM Tablet will not cure HIV infection, but it may delay the progression of a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition known as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and other HIV-related conditions. This medicine works by preventing the virus from multiplying.
Tenvir-EM Tablet shows common side effects such as difficulty in sleeping, rash, itching, stomach pain, diarrhoea, weight loss or depressed mood. These side effects usually subside with time. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor for further assistance. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines while taking this medication as it can cause dizziness and weakness.
Tenvir-EM Tablet can be taken with or without food. Do not break, chew or crush the tablet. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting your doctor as it may cause a risk of re-infection which can be difficult to treat in the future. Complete the treatment even if you start feeling better. Follow the instructions given by your doctor about the dose and duration of the treatment.
Tenvir-EM Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver, or kidney problems or any other health conditions. Also, inform your doctor about all your ongoing medications to avoid undesired effects. Tenvir-EM Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy. Also, consult your doctor if you planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Tenvir-EM Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Tenvir-EM Tablet
Chest pain
Fever or chills
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Headache
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Joint pain
Weight loss
Rash
Itching
Passing gas
Lactic Acidosis
Uses of Tenvir-EM Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
HIV infection
HIV infection is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The virus attacks the immune system of your body and affects your body's disease-fighting ability. It can be transmitted through infected blood, semen, and vaginal fluids. Tenvir-EM Tablet is used in the treatment of this condition.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time required for Tenvir-EM Tablet to show its effect is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time for which Tenvir-EM Tablet remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Tenvir-EM Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Tenvir-EM Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can harm your developing foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Tenvir-EM Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Avoid taking Tenvir-EM Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Tenvir-EM Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can harm your developing foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Tenvir-EM Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Driving vehicles or operating machines
Tenvir-EM Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Liver problems
Tenvir-EM Tablet should be taken with caution if you have a liver condition such as hepatitis B, C and cirrhosis. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.
Lactic acidosis
Lactic acidosis is a build-up of lactic acid in the bloodstream. Tenvir-EM Tablet should be used with caution due to the increased risk of lactic acidosis. Report any unusual symptoms like muscle cramps, unusual weakness or tiredness, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, fast or abnormal heartbeat, etc., to your doctor immediately.
Decreased bone mineral density
Tenvir-EM Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause a decrease in bone mineral density (amount of bone mineral in your bones).
Fat redistribution
Tenvir-EM Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause redistribution or accumulation of body fat. It may result in central obesity, buffalo hump (excess fat behind the neck), peripheral wasting (difficulty in moving an arm or leg or making any movement), facial wasting (fat loss in the cheeks and temples), breast enlargement, and cushingoid appearance (extra fat build up on the sides of the face and weight gain). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Immune Reconstitution Syndrome
Changes in your immune system can occur when you start taking Tenvir-EM Tablet. Your immune system may get stronger and begin to fight infections that have been hidden in your body for a long time. It may cause an exaggerated response making the symptoms of infection worse. Inform your doctor if you develop any new symptoms after starting treatment with Tenvir-EM Tablet.
Kidney disease
Tenvir-EM Tablet should be taken with caution if you have a kidney condition, as it can worsen your condition. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.
65 years of age
Tenvir-EM Tablet should be taken with caution if you are 65 years of age or above.
Missed Dose
Do not miss the dose of Tenvir-EM Tablet. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Tenvir-EM Tablet. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Cisplatin
Gentamicin
Atazanavir
Darunavir
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Tenvir-EM Tablet with or without food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
It should not be taken for more than recommended dose.
Take the medicine as directed by your doctor.
Take it at the same time every day for the ease of remembering.
Do not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor as it can increase the chance of reinfection which may be difficult to treat in the future.
Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney and liver function.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Tenvir-EM Tablet is a combination of Tenofovir and Emtricitabine. It works by stopping the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying. This helps in reducing the chances of the development of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) caused by HIV and other HIV-related illnesses.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antiviral combinations
Schedule
Schedule H
Accessdata.fda.gov. 2022. [online] Available at: [Accessed 29 July 2022].
Accessdata.fda.gov. 2022. [online] Available at: [Accessed 29 July 2022].
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Information on this page was last updated on 10 Jan 2023
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