Tenofovir (Systemic)
Brand Names : Viread
CategoryDescription Tenofovir ( te-NOE-fo-veer)
is used, in combination with other medicines,
in the treatment of the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus
(HIV). HIV is the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Tenofovir will not cure or prevent HIV infection or AIDS; however, it may
help keep HIV from reproducing which may slow down the destruction of the
immune system. This may help delay the development of problems usually related
to AIDS or HIV disease. Tenofovir will not keep you from spreading HIV to
other people. People who receive this medicine may continue to have other
problems usually related to AIDS or HIV disease.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form:
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
† Not commercially available in Canada.
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