Genvoya

Uses of Genvoya

Genvoya is a tablet containing a combination of cobicistat, elvitegravir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir. Cobicistat reduces the action of enzymes in your liver that break down certain antiviral medicines. This allows the antiviral medicines to be used more safely and effectively at lower doses.

Elvitegravir, emtricitabine and tenofovir are antiviral medicines that prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. HIV can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Genvoya is used to treat HIV in adults and children who are at least 12 years old and who weigh at least 55 pounds (25 kilograms).

Genvoya is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.

Precautions and Warnings

Genvoya can harm your liver. Call your doctor at once if you have: upper stomach pain, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using. Many drugs can interact, and some drugs should not be used together.

Do not stop using Genvoya without your doctor’s advice. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

If you’ve ever had hepatitis B, it may become active or get worse after you stop using Genvoya. You may need frequent liver function tests for several months.

Many drugs can interact with Genvoya and some should not be used at the same time. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you use.

Dosage

Take Genvoya exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is usually taken once per day. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.

Take Genvoya exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is usually taken once per day. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• nausea;
• diarrhea.