EMTRICITABINE

It is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) for the prevention and treatment of HIV infection in adults and children.

Indications

HIV infecction

Dosage

Oral; 3mg per kg in paeds group and 200mg once a day for adult.

Contra-Indications

Hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

Paediatric: May be used. Pregnancy: Category B. Lactation: Not to use during breast feeding. Elderly: Use with caution.

Side Effects

diarrhea, headache, nausea, rash, skin hyperpigmentation, Lactic acidosis, severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, Severe acute exacerbations of Hepatitis B, Immune reconstitution syndrome.

Drug Interactions

Data not sufficient.