Fostemsavir
Generic name: fostemsavir [ fos-TEM-sa-vir ]
Brand name: Rukobia
Dosage form: oral tablet, extended release (600 mg)
Drug class:Miscellaneous antivirals
What is fostemsavir?
Fostemsavir is an antiviral medicine that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body.
Fostemsavir is used with other antiviral drugs to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Fostemsavir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.
Fostemsavir is given after several other HIV medications did not work or have stopped working.
Fostemsavir may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use fostemsavir if you are allergic to it.
Many drugs can interact and cause dangerous effects. Some drugs should not be used together with fostemsavir. Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use:
mitotane;
rifampin; or
Tell your doctor if you have ever had liver problems, especially hepatitis B or C.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, and use your medications properly to control your infection. HIV can be passed to your baby if the virus is not controlled during pregnancy. Your name may be listed on a registry to track any effects of antiviral medicine on the baby.
Women with HIV or AIDS should not breastfeed a baby. Even if your baby is born without HIV, the virus may be passed to the baby in your breast milk.
Fostemsavir is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take fostemsavir?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
You may take fostemsavir with or without food.
Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.
Use all HIV medications as directed and read all medication guides you receive. Do not change your dose or dosing schedule without your doctor's advice. Every person with HIV should remain under the care of a doctor.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
It is normal for fostemsavir tablets to smell sligh...
