Genvoya

Description

What is Genvoya?

Containing four antiretroviral medicines, notably elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, and tenofovir alafenamide, Genvoya is categorized as another form of fixed dose ARV medication. It is one of the used drugs for antiretroviral therapy. Take this coated tablet to relieve symptoms and treat viral infections caused by HIV. The said medication is suitable for children and adults.

How does Genvoya work?

All the major additives of this medication are part of three different categorizations of drugs. These are as follows:

• Elvitegravir - Integrase strand transfer inhibitor
• Cobicistat - Cytochrome P430 inhibitor
• Emtricitabine & Tenofovir Alafenamide - Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs)

Combined, these drugs make up Genvoya. The ARV medication works by preventing the infection from getting worse and stopping its spread in the entire body. It blocks the virus from continuing its purpose, which is to reproduce. Additionally, the medication limits other illnesses to occur.

Dosage

Genvoya dosage can be affected by the following factors:

• Age of the person to be treated
• Weight of the person to be treated
• Medical history of the person or any underlying medical concerns he/she has
• Treatment reaction

Adult Dosage:

• 1 tablet daily (take with food)

Children Dosage: 

• The child must be at least 6 years old and above
• Weight must be 25 kgs
• 1 tablet daily (take with food)

How to take it?

The dosage frequency for this medication is only one tablet for daily use. It should be taken with food. Note that since it is an HIV treatment, the dosage must be consumed on a daily basis. Take it as advised by the doctor. If the person happens to skip one dosage, and if it’s time for the next dose, forget the skipped dosage and follow the next one. This action ensures that no two doses are taken at the same time. Be mindful of the treatment and always follow the right protocol.

Genvoya Side Effects

About all the HIV medicines have the same side effects. Its frequency and duration of stay in the body are the same, but some also linger much longer to its host. If this kind of instance happens, consult with your healthcare professional immediately.

Mild Side Effects: 

• Mild rash
• Indigestion
• Difficulty sleeping
• Headache
• Diarrhea

Severe Side Effects: 

• Muscle pain
• Cold sensation in the arms and legs
• Dark or yellowish-brown urine
• Light-coloured bowel movements
• Difficulty swallowing or breathing
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Lightheadedness
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Extreme tiredness
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Flu-like symptoms
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Pain in the arms, hands, feet or legs
• Hoarseness
• Swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles or lower legs

Storage

In storing this kind of medication, make sure to put it someplace where it cannot be immediately touched by younger individuals. Aside from people, keep it away from too much solar radiation. It will cause the medicine to damage. When its expiry date arrives, throw it away immediately.