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Anyone On Cabenuva Injection? Pros And Cons?

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Cincinnati, OH
October 25
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A myHIVteam Member

I was not detectable with biktarvy went on cabanuva now I'm dectable again with my copies being at 90 now (which is still low) but was told to go do more blood work in 4 weeks to know if it's working or not.

October 26
A myHIVteam Member

Pros of Cabenuva Injection
- Effective Treatment: Cabenuva, a combination of cabotegravir and rilpivirine, is as effective, if not more, than oral alternatives in maintaining low HIV levels
- Convenience: Administered once a month or potentially every eight weeks, reducing the daily pill burden.
- Privacy: Less frequent Show Full Answer

Pros of Cabenuva Injection:
- Effective Treatment: Cabenuva, a combination of cabotegravir and rilpivirine, is as effective, if not more, than oral alternatives in maintaining low HIV levels.
- Convenience: Administered once a month or potentially every eight weeks, reducing the daily pill burden.
- Privacy: Less frequent dosing can alleviate privacy concerns related to daily medication.

Cons of Cabenuva Injection:
- Side Effects: Common side effects include injection site reactions, fever, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, and nausea. Serious side effects can include hypersensitivity reactions, liver damage, and symptoms of depression.
- Injection Pain: Injections can be painful and require administration by a healthcare professional.
- Liver Toxicity: Especially in individuals with a history of hepatitis B or C.

For more details, you can visit the provided resources:
- [Cabenuva – ViiV Healthcare](https://www.cabenuva.com)
- [FDA Approves First Extended-Release, Injectable Drug Regimen for Adults Living with HIV](https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcem...)

October 25
A myHIVteam Member

Pros don’t have to worry about daily pills cons I was extremely tired the next day, where they put the shots in hurt, unfortunately I had to be taken off it because my strain grew resistant to it so I had to go back on the pill

October 25
A myHIVteam Member

Ron I heard we are within a year or two for a once weekly pill thanks to gilead and Merck working together

October 26
A myHIVteam Member

Pro... you only have to get the shot 6 times a year and my levels didn't change.
Con... the shots were painful. Not the injection itself but for for the following 3 days for me. I have a high pain tolerance, but they became too much for me. Mine went to my hips. So after a year I went back to Biktarvy

October 26

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