Precautions
Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Blood tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects.
Using this medicine could harm unborn baby while you are pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you think you have become pregnant.
This medicine may cause infusion-related reactions and serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a back pain, chest tightness, fever or chills, flushing, rash, itching, headache, hoarseness, nausea and vomiting, trouble breathing or swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth after using this medicine.
Your immune system may get stronger when you start taking HIV medicines. This could cause a hidden infection in your body to become active. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any changes in your health, including any symptoms of infection (eg, fever, chills, cough, hoarseness, lower back or side pain, or painful or difficult urination).
This medicine will not keep you from giving HIV to your partner during sex. Make sure you understand this and practice safe sex, even if your partner also has HIV, by using a latex condom or other barrier method. This medicine will also not keep you from giving HIV to other people if they are exposed to your blood. Do not re-use or share needles with anyone.
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2024
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