Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate

Alternate Name: Viread

Description: Viread is prescribed for the treatment of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. A generic version of the drug has been approved by the FDA, but it is not currently commercially available. The average Viread price is about $1,396 for a supply of 30, 300 mg tablets. Luckily, you can use our LowerMyRx savings offer to receive a Viread discount of up to 80% off the retail price at participating pharmacies near you.

Dosage Form: Bottle

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Antiretroviral Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 300 MG

Warnings: Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or bone problems (including osteoporosis). Do not breastfeed. You can spread HIV or AIDS to your baby through your breast milk. This medicine may cause the following problems:Worsening of hepatitis B infection, when treatment is stoppedNew or worsening kidney problemsLower bone mineral densityLactic acidosis (too much acid in the blood)Liver problems Your immune system may get stronger when you start using this medicine. 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. Always practice safe sex, even if your partner also has HIV. If you stop taking this medicine or do not take it as prescribed, you may spread HIV to others. Do not reuse or share needles, or other items, that may have blood or body fluids on them. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Food Warnings: Some medicines can affect how tenofovir works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Acyclovir, adefovir, atazanavir, bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide, cidofovir, darunavir, didanosine, ganciclovir, ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, lopinavir/ritonavir, sofosbuvir/velpatasvir, sofosbuvir/velpatasvir/voxilaprevir, valacyclovir, valganciclovirAminoglycoside antibiotic (including gentamicin)NSAID pain or arthritis medicine (including aspirin, celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen), Do not breastfeed. You can spread HIV or AIDS to your baby through your breast milk., This medicine may cause the following problems:Lactic acidosisSevere liver problemsWorsening of hepatitis B infection, when treatment is stoppedKidney problemsLower bone mineral density, Your immune system may get stronger when you start taking this medicine. 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., This medicine will not keep you from giving HIV to others. Always practice safe sex, even if your partner also has HIV. Do not share needles or other items that may have blood or body fluids on them., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments., Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.