Emtricitabine / Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (Truvada)

Antiviral (NRTI Combination)

Dosing & Administration

Adult Dose

1 tablet (200/300 mg) PO daily.

Pediatric Dose

Weight-based specific dosing.

Renal Adjustment

CrCl 30-49: 1 tablet every 48 hours. CrCl < 30: Do not use.

Hepatic Adjustment

No adjustment necessary.

Safety & Special Populations

Pregnancy Category

B

Lactation Safety

Not recommended (to prevent HIV transmission, though drugs themselves may be safe).

Contraindications & Adverse Effects

Contraindications

  • Concurrent use of other Tenofovir products
  • CrCl < 30 (for PrEP)

Common Adverse Effects

  • Renal toxicity (Fanconi syndrome)
  • Decreased bone mineral density
  • Lactic acidosis