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What are the side effects with HIV treatment Trogarzo?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 28, 2023.

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Trogarzo (ibalizumab-uiyk) is used in the treatment of multidrug resistant HIV-1 infection. Common side effects include diarrhea, dizziness, nausea and rash.

Severe side effects have included rash and immune system changes, like immune reconstitution syndrome. During immune reconstitution syndrome, the immune system may become stronger to fight infections that were hidden.

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  • Biktarvy is a complete regimen and use with other antiretroviral medications for the treatment of HIV-1 infection is not recommended.
  • Biktarvy is associated with many drug interactions as it contains three different medicines, increasing your risk for interactions. Have your health care provider check for possible interactions with other prescription medicines, OTCs or herbal you take.
  • You should not take Biktarvy with dofetilide (Tikosyn), a drug used for heart rhythm disorders or rifampin (Rifadin), a medicine for tuberculosis (TB). These drugs are contraindicated with the use of Biktarvy.
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Potential side effects of Dovato include abnormal labs, headache, nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, and fatigue. Less common side effects from taking Dovato that can be serious include severe allergic reactions, liver damage, and immune reconstitution syndrome. Continue reading

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