Do not use Truvada (emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil fumarate)
Truvada should not be taken by those who are allergic to emtricitabine or tenofovir disoproxil fumarate or those who take medications that contain emtricitabine, tenofovir, lamivudine, or adefovir (such as Atripla, Combivir, Complera, Descovy, Dutrebis, Emtriva, Epivir, Epzicom, Genvoya, Hepsera, Odefsey, Stribild, Triumeq, Trizivir, or Viread).
Dose adjustment or special precautions may be required
To ensure this medication is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had liver disease, osteopenia, or kidney disease.
Risks
One risk of this medication includes lactic acidosis. This is a dangerous build up of lactic acid in the blood. The risk is higher in those who have other underlying medical conditions, taken other HIV medications for an extended amount of time, or those who are female. Ask your doctor about your risk for this condition before starting treatment.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. It is important to use your medications and properly control your HIV when expecting a baby.
You should not breastfeed while using this medication. All women with HIV should avoid breast feeding due to the high risk of passing the virus to the baby through breast milk.
Those who have ever had hepatitis B; using this drug may activate or worsen this infection when you start or stop treatment. Ensure you have frequent medical tests done to monitor liver function, for at least several months.