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Side Effects Biltarvy

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Guadalupe, CA

I been in Biktary for a month and i have experienced a light diziness, a few times through out the day, has anybody experienced something similar? Or other side effects from Biktarvy?

A myHIVteam Member

Biktarvy, a medication used to treat HIV-1 infection, has several side effects. Here are the details:

Common Side Effects:
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Nausea

Rare but Serious Side Effects
- Kidney… read more

I Switched From Biktavy To Cabenuva Injection And Now I’m Detectable And Cd4 Low🤦🏽‍♀️

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Missouri City, MO

I was on Biktavy for 2 years and never missed a doze. My CD4 was 450, undetectable, then I switched to Cabanuva for a 2-month injection. After 6 months, my CD4 count has dropped to 314, and I am detectable again. I'm very upset and stressed right now.  It seems like the Cabenuve 2-month injection is not working for me, despite the more than 50 side effects. I went back to Biktavy; it's been 2 weeks. I plan on getting bloodwork after 1 month to see if there's any change. The problem with Biktavy… read more

A myHIVteam Member

Glad you said that. Been on biktarvy for several years. Getting renal u Tra sound tomorrow cause prime care saw heightened levels of creatinine in my urine. Wonder if it's from the biktarvy. Lately… read more

Has Anyone Else Experienced Unusual Tiredness While Taking Biktarvy?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Corpus Christi, TX
A myHIVteam Member

29 Year's 12 different HIV medications in the last 8 years many more combinations before that

I Want To Ask If Biktarvy Is Effective Or What Other Treatment Is There.

Quiero Preguntar Si La Biktarvy Es Efectiva O Cuál Otro Tratamiento Hay

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Minesota
A myHIVteam Member

Fortunately, there are many medications available today that keep HIV under control, Bictarvy is one of them. Your lab tests will tell you if it is helping you. Be in good health. Ask your doctor how… read more

Afortunadamente, hoy en día existen muchos medicamentos que mantienen el VIH bajo control, Bictarvy es uno de ellos. Tus análisis de laboratorio te dirán si te está beneficiando. Te mas buena salud… leer más

What Medicine Do You Take?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Abingdon, VA

I have no idea why or how but according to my viral load test my VL went from undetectable to 93. I have never missed my biktarvy. None of it makes sense.

My doctor mentioned possibly switching from biktarvy to something else to see if another medication would “jump start” my cd4. Now she may really want to since my VL is increasing.

A myHIVteam Member

I’ve taken several different meds for hiv. Sometimes because of drug resistance, others because they don’t work like they should.

I’ve been on one called duranavir (I think that’s how you spell it)… read more

Did Anyone Get Hard Belly After Taking Their Meds,Baktarby To Be Exact?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Riverside, CA

I gain so much weight only on my belly and higher belly and it's been hard to loose ,was wondering if it's HIV RELATED.

A myHIVteam Member

The context provided does not specifically mention Biktarvy in relation to developing a hard belly. However, it does discuss that some people living with HIV experience hard belly, a form of… read more

Biktarvy Ringing In Ears Side Effect?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Palm Springs, CA

Started taking Biktarvy in August and immediately had ringing in the ears. Has anyone experienced this while taking Biktarvy? It’s not listed as a side effect. Thinking of changing to Juluca.

A myHIVteam Member

According to Drugs.com
, Biktarvy (bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide) can have common and rare side effects. Biktarvy can cause serious side effects, including nausea and dizziness… read more

My HIV Dr Says The Meds Aren't What's Making Me Feel So Bad! And My PC And Every Specialist I've Been To Just Pawns Me Back To Her.

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Martinez, CA

I'm gaslite from ever direction...I, in the last year(been on meds 4 years) have developed muscle weakness to the point my legs feel like they weigh 200 pounds each, nausea and vomiting 3 to 4 times a week, can't stand heat of any kind not even a warm shower (takes my breath immediately), light sensitivity to the point of blindness if I don't wear dark glasses. Any more than an hour or two or physical activity and I'm down for days, a trip to Walmart is too much! I need advice, direction, help… read more

A myHIVteam Member

Jason how are you feeling today? Praying you get the answers you need

Biktarvy

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Los Angeles, CA

Hi, im taking Biktarvy for 2 months now. I got this non itchy rashes around my belly, side part of my arms, my legs and now i have this non itchy rashes in my palms and foot too. Anyone have this symptoms while taking Biktarvy?

A myHIVteam Member

Biktarvy is a combination drug used to treat HIV-1 infection in adults. It consists of three medications:

- Bictegravir (BIC): An integrase strand transfer inhibitor (INSTI)
- Emtricitabine (FTC): A… read more

What Would Happen If I Just Took Half Of My Biktarvi Pill Every Day Instead Of One?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Dracut, MA

I am leaving the country for a few months and got dropped with a bomb with my insurance - they said a few months ago I could have a vacation override but now as I am preparing to leave they have changed their greedy tune and said I can only get two months instead of three. I am preparing to cut my biktarvi doses in half as I have no choice. Will it still work?

A myHIVteam Member

Taking only half of your Biktarvy pill instead of a full one each day is not recommended. According to the prescribing information, Biktarvy must be taken once a day at its full dose to be effective… read more

Tomar solo la mitad de tu pastilla de Biktarvy en lugar de una completa cada día no es recomendable. Según la información de prescripción, Biktarvy debe tomarse una vez al día en su dosis completa… leer más