Top HIV Medications Compared: Uses, Side Effects & Generic Equivalents
HIV Drug Chart: What Each Medication Does & Common Side Effects
Choosing the right HIV medication can feel overwhelming with so many options available. This guide provides a side-by-side comparison of commonly prescribed HIV drugs — including brand names, generic equivalents, their benefits, and potential side effects — to help patients and caregivers make informed decisions in consultation with healthcare providers.
Brand Name (Generic Name) | Pros | Common Side Effects |
|---|---|---|
Tivicay (Dolutegravir) | High barrier to resistance, once-daily dosing, potent viral suppression | Insomnia, headache, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, rash |
Viramune (Nevirapine) | Effective in lowering viral load, available in generic form | Skin rash, fever, nausea, vomiting, liver issues |
Taficita (Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Alafenamide) | Lower kidney and bone toxicity, once-daily dose | Diarrhea, nausea, headache, dizziness, fatigue, rash |
Teno-EM (Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Disoproxil) | Widely used, effective for both treatment and PrEP, available as generic | Nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, insomnia, abnormal dreams, skin discoloration |
Tavin-EM (Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Disoproxil) | Affordable, accessible, used globally | Nausea, fatigue, headache, rash, insomnia |
Tenof-EM (Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Disoproxil) | Same benefits as Truvada, often cheaper | Headache, nausea, dizziness, skin issues |
Ricovir-EM (Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Disoproxil) | Effective for HIV and PrEP, widely available | Nausea, fatigue, diarrhea, abnormal dreams |
Tenof EM (Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Disoproxil) | Good tolerability, commonly used in public health programs | Dizziness, insomnia, skin discoloration |
TEEVIR (Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Disoproxil) | Combination pill improves adherence | Fatigue, nausea, rash |
Truvada (Emtricitabine + Tenofovir Disoproxil) | Strong evidence for PrEP and treatment, trusted global brand | Nausea, diarrhea, headache, skin rash |
Edurant (Rilpivirine) | Once-daily dosing, fewer CNS effects than alternatives | Depression, insomnia, headache, nausea, rash |
Tenofovir (Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate) | Key component in many regimens, used for HIV and Hep B | Kidney and bone issues, nausea, fatigue, diarrhea |
ATRIPLA (Efavirenz + Emtricitabine + Tenofovir) | Single-tablet regimen, simplifies treatment | Dizziness, depression, rash, insomnia, liver/kidney issues |
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