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How Well Do You Tolorate The Newer Single Tablet Treatments Compared To The Older Style Twice Daily Treatments

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Brighton, England, United Kingdom

I currently take my HIV drugs two to four times daily. I want to find out how well people tolorate single tablet treatments compared to the older style twice daily tablets. When I recently tried one of the newer style once daily treatment,ie Biktarvy, I couldn't tolorate taking all the medicine in one single tablet daily. So I had to stop taking it, and return to my two to four times daily treatment. My body can cope with the older twice daily tablets, as the dose is much reduced compared to… read more

November 18 (edited)
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A myHIVteam Member

Dang I hate taking meds daily I'm just getting use to it I'm actually healthy considering everything I'm dealing with. Wanted a different life outside this norm of of a loser vibe. I'm not happy bout life but I have to deal with it hoping to get rid of the rest of cancer in the next yr or two even it makes me feel crappy in mean time I wanted get rid of things that gave bad momentum moments. Wish I could possible get over these grudges I hold on bad systems. Been thinking how to let go and what not. Pills are bad memory of lost self to me. I would like to have a normal life of not telling people of myself and what I hate. Faced radical racist talk from family bout heing hiv taking pills reminds me everything. But I guess I'll just go back n try to be my best. Ready for new start of life if I can get one.

November 19
A myHIVteam Member

The tolerance of newer single tablet treatments compared to older twice daily treatments can vary from person to person. Here are some key points based on my knowledge base:

- Single Tablet Regimens: Most people with HIV today have the option to take just one pill once a day. These regimens combine multiple medications Show Full Answer

The tolerance of newer single tablet treatments compared to older twice daily treatments can vary from person to person. Here are some key points based on my knowledge base:

- Single Tablet Regimens: Most people with HIV today have the option to take just one pill once a day. These regimens combine multiple medications into a single tablet, which can simplify treatment and improve adherence. However, some individuals may experience side effects due to the higher dose of medication in a single tablet.

- Older Twice Daily Treatments: These regimens involve taking multiple doses throughout the day, which can be more challenging to manage but may result in fewer side effects for some individuals due to the lower dose per administration.

- Personal Tolerance: As you mentioned, some people may tolerate the higher doses in single tablet regimens well, while others, like yourself, may struggle with side effects and find that spreading the doses throughout the day is more manageable.

- Consultation with Healthcare Provider: It's important to work closely with your HIV care team to find the regimen that works best for you, considering both efficacy and tolerability.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the resources provided in my knowledge base, such as the article on HIV care schedules and the best times to take your pill.

November 18
A myHIVteam Member

It took me few trys to try to find right mmedto work in my system I take symtuza m tivcay together daily as my numbers were high m cancer is present in my body.

November 19
A myHIVteam Member

Morning. I take 1 pill a day. DAVADO.

November 19
A myHIVteam Member

I agree weight gain. Plus I take psych meds and I gain weight. I trying to get Dr to prescribe ozempic. They keep telling me to talk to other specialists. A friend dropped off a 2 month supply that he had extra. Has anybody had side effects from ozempic?

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