This combination product is used by itself to help
control HIV infection. It helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body
so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting
HIV complications (such as new infections, cancer) and improves your
quality of life. This product is a combination of 3 different drugs:
doravirine, lamivudine, and tenofovir. Doravirine belongs to a class of
drugs known as non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs).
Lamivudine is called a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor and
tenofovir is called a nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor.
Lamivudine and tenofovir are often called NRTIs.
Doravirine/lamivudine/tenofovir is not a cure for HIV
infection. To decrease your risk of spreading HIV disease to others,
continue to take all HIV medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Use an effective barrier method (latex or polyurethane condoms/dental dams)
during sexual activity as directed by your doctor. Do not share personal
items (such as needles/syringes, toothbrushes, and razors) that may have
contacted blood or other body fluids. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for
more details.
Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from
your pharmacist before you start taking doravirine/lamivudine/tenofovir and
each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or
pharmacist.
Take this medication by mouth with or without food as
directed by your doctor, usually once daily.
The dosage is based on other medications you may be
taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the drugs you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal
products).
It is very important to keep taking this medication
exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any
doses.
For the best effect, take this medication at evenly
spaced times. To help you remember, take this medication at the same time
every day.
Do not take more or less of this drug than prescribed or
stop taking it even for a short time unless directed to do so by your
doctor. Doing so may cause the amount of virus to increase, make the
infection more difficult to treat (resistant), or worsen side
effects.
Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, trouble sleeping, or
unusual dreams may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell
your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that this medication has been prescribed
because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the
risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious
side effects.
As your immune system gets stronger, it can begin to
fight off infections you already had, possibly causing disease symptoms to
come back. You could also have symptoms if your immune system becomes
overactive. This reaction may happen at any time (soon after starting HIV
treatment or many months later). Get medical help right away if you have
any serious symptoms, including:
- unexplained weight loss
- severe tiredness
- muscle aches/weakness that doesn't go away
- headaches that are severe or don't go away
- joint pain
- numbness/tingling of the hands/feet/arms/legs
- vision changes
- signs of infection (such as fever, chills, swollen lymph
nodes, trouble breathing, cough, non-healing skin sores)
- signs of an overactive thyroid (such as irritability,
nervousness, heat intolerance, fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat, bulging
eyes, unusual growth in the neck/thyroid known as a goiter)
- signs of a certain nerve problem known as Guillain-Barre
syndrome (such as unsteadiness, loss of coordination, trouble
swallowing/speaking/chewing, trouble moving your eyes)
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side
effects, including:
- mental/mood changes (such as depression, rare thoughts of
suicide, strange thoughts, anxiety)
- signs of kidney problems (such as a change in the amount of
urine)
- signs of a buildup of lactic acid in the blood (such as
unusual tiredness, dizziness, severe drowsiness, chills, blue/cold skin,
muscle pain, fast/difficult breathing, slow/irregular heartbeat, or stomach
pain with nausea/vomiting/diarrhea)
- signs of liver problems (such as nausea/vomiting that doesn't
stop, loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark
urine)
- signs of pancreatitis (such as nausea, vomiting,
stomach/abdominal/back pain, fever)
Changes in body fat may occur while you are taking this
medication (such as increased fat in the upper back and stomach areas,
decreased fat in the arms and legs). The cause and long-term effects of
these changes are unknown. Discuss the risks and benefits of treatment with
your doctor, as well as the possible use of exercise to reduce this side
effect.
Tenofovir may increase the risk of bone loss. Discuss
the risks and benefits of treatment with your doctor, as well as the
possible use of calcium and vitamin D to reduce this side effect. If you
are at risk for bone loss, your doctor may monitor your bone mineral
density. Tell your doctor right away if any of the following serious side
effects occur:
- bone pain
- easily broken bones
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about
side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at
1-866-234-2345.
Before taking doravirine/lamivudine/tenofovir, tell your
doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to any of the ingredients; or if
you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive
ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to
your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or
pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- kidney problems
- liver problems (such as hepatitis B or C, cirrhosis)
- mental/mood conditions (such as depression, thoughts of
suicide, psychosis)
- bone problems (such as bone disease, bone loss/osteoporosis,
weak/broken bones)
- disease of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or
marijuana (cannabis) can worsen dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive, use
machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely.
Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana
(cannabis).
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about
all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription
drugs, and herbal products).
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only
when clearly needed. Treatment can lower the risk of passing HIV infection
to your baby, and doravirine/lamivudine/tenofovir may be part of that
treatment. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Lamivudine and tenofovir pass into breast milk. It is
unknown if doravirine passes into breast milk. Because breast milk may
transmit HIV, consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work
or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and
share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the
dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug
are:
- orlistat
- sorbitol
- other drugs that may affect the kidneys (including adefovir,
cidofovir, aminoglycosides such as amikacin/gentamicin)
Do not take this medication with other products that
contain lamivudine or tenofovir. Only take this medication with doravirine
if specifically directed by your doctor.
Other medications can affect the removal of
doravirine/lamivudine/tenofovir from your body, which may affect how this
product works. Examples include apalutamide, butalbital, enzalutamide,
mitotane, rifampin, secobarbital, St. John's wort, some drugs used to treat
seizures (such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone),
among others.
This medication may interfere with certain lab tests
(including urine cannabinoid tests), possibly causing false test results.
Make sure lab personnel and all your doctors know you use this
drug.
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such
as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison
control center right away. US residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada
residents can call 1-844-764-7669.
Do not share this medication with others.
Lab and/or medical tests (such as kidney/liver tests,
urine glucose/protein, viral load, T-cell counts, bone density tests)
should be done before you start taking this medication and while you are
taking it. Keep all medical and lab appointments.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If
it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next
dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch
up.
Store in the original bottle at room temperature away
from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep the drying
agent (desiccant) in the bottle. Tightly close the bottle when not in use.
Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them
into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when
it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste
disposal company.