Question 1

What is Emtricitabine; Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate used for?

Accepted Answer

HIV infection (used together with other HIV medicines), prevention of HIV infection in people at high risk (PrEP) — but note that for PrEP, it is only approved for people at risk through sex, not through injecting drugs

Question 2

How do you take Emtricitabine; Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

Take one tablet once a day, with or without food. It is very important to take it at the same time every day and never skip doses. Descovy is not used alone — your doctor will combine it with other HIV medicines to form a complete treatment.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Emtricitabine; Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

Nausea or feeling like you want to vomit, diarrhea or loose stool, headache, tiredness, stomach pain

Question 4

Who should not take Emtricitabine; Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to emtricitabine or tenofovir alafenamide, people with severe kidney problems, and anyone currently taking another medicine that already contains tenofovir. If you have hepatitis B, do not start or stop this drug without your doctor's knowledge.

Question 5

Is Emtricitabine; Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding — your doctor will decide if the benefits outweigh the risks for you and your baby.

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