Generic name:emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir [ em-trye-SYE-ta-been, RIL-pi-VIR-een, and-ten-OF-oh-vir ]
Brand names: Complera, Odefsey
Drug class:Antiviral combinations
What is Complera?
Complera contains a combination of emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir. Emtricitabine, rilpivirine, and tenofovir are antiviral medicines that prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. HIV causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Complera is used to treat HIV in people who have never taken HIV medicines before. This medicine is for use in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.
Complera is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.
Complera should not be taken together with other antiviral medications to treat HIV or AIDS.
Warnings
There are many other drugs that can make Complera less effective and should not be used at the same time. Tell your doctor about all your the medicines you use.
Complera may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. Get emergency medical help if you have even mild symptoms such as: muscle pain or weakness, numb or cold feeling in your arms and legs, trouble breathing, stomach pain, nausea with vomiting, fast or uneven heart rate, dizziness, or feeling very weak or tired.
If you have hepatitis B you may develop liver symptoms after you stop taking Complera. Your doctor may want to check your liver function for several months after you stop using this medicine.
