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Tenofovir/Emtricitabine 301/200 (Sandoz) TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: tenofovir disoproxil + emtricitabine

Pack: Tenofovir/Emtricitabine 301/200 (Sandoz) tablet, 30, bottle

Brand name

(ARTG)

: TENOFOVIR / EMTRICITABINE SANDOZ 301/200 tenofovir disoproxil succinate / emtricitabine 301 mg/200 mg film-coated tablet bottle

Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet

Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Treatment of HIV-1 infection,TENOFOVIR/EMTRICITABINE SANDOZ is indicated for the treatment of HIV infected adults over the age of 18 years, in combination with other antiretroviral agents.,Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis,TENOFOVIR/EMTRICITABINE SANDOZ is indicated in combination with safer sex practices for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to reduce the risk of sexually acquired HIV-1 in adults at high risk. This indication is based on clinical trials in men who have sex with men (MSM) at high risk for HIV-1 infection and in heterosexual serodiscordant couples (see section 5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties, Clinical trials).

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, film coated
  • Oral
  • Blue coloured, capsule shaped film-coated tablets, plain on both sides.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 30 pack

Is this medicine subsidised ?

(PBS)

This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient tenofovir disoproxil + emtricitabine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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