Vonavir Tablet

Vonavir Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

Vonavir Tablet restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach for better efficacy. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it.

Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, trouble sleeping, headache, and rash. These are usually not serious, however, inform your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. This medicine can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy, so it is advised to avoid driving. In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects. While on the treatment, generally, some people may experience bone pain. To cope up with this you can take calcium and vitamin D supplements as per your doctor's advice. Birth control pills are ineffective with this medicine, therefore other reliable birth controls should be used.

Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any kidney, liver, or bone disease. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to check your blood counts, liver function, and kidney function. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

• HIV infection

HIV infection
Vonavir Tablet prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life.

It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Timeovir-EM

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Weakness
• Allergic reaction
• Fatigue
• Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Increased transaminase level in blood
• Decreased phosphate level in blood
• Increased triglyceride level in blood
• Increased glucose level in blood
• Gastrointestinal disorder
• Increased liver enzymes
• Elevated levels of serum amylase
• Increased lipase in the blood
• Elevated creatinine kinase

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vonavir Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Vonavir Tablet is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Emtricitabine, Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and Efavirenz. They work by preventing HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in your body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.

• Vonavir Tablet is a combination of three medicines which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infections.
• Take it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime, to reduce side effects.
• Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
• Vonavir Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• Vonavir Tablet can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Vonavir Tablet and 12 weeks after stopping it.
• It may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
• Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
• Do not stop taking Vonavir Tablet without your doctor’s advice.

Emtricitabine. Carrigtohill, Ireland: Gilead Sciences Ireland UC; 2018. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Tenofovir disoproxil. North Harrow, Middlesex: Accord Healthcare Limited; 2017. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Efavirenz. Potters Bar, Hertfordshire: Generics [UK] Limited; 2018. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: