Abacavir / dolutegravir / lamivudine and Joint Pain: What Users Say

• Ple...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 29, 2015

For HIV Infection "I started Triumeq last month, and I am happy to say that there are no side effects with me at this time. I feel better and have no joint pain. I recommend this drug for all that have to live with HIV. My doctor is the best for putting me on this. I have had HIV for 20 years now and can't wait for more advancements to destroy this virus."

• A...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 13, 2016

For HIV Infection "I started this medication within three weeks of diagnosis in September 2015. My initial concerns and scares about side effects quickly turned out to be untrue. Apart from tiredness and joint pain in the first few weeks, I have virtually no side effects from the medication. I take it in the evening and aim to have 100% adherence. It is remarkable what science has done in the last 30 years since this condition emerged. One of the drugs in the pill, dolutegravir, has a long binding time and so far has had no resistance. I look forward to the results of trials with dolutegravir monotherapy. This would be even better in using only one drug to control the virus. I'd recommend Triumeq to anyone starting treatment or those considering a switch."

• Tor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 9, 2016

For HIV Infection "Was infected back in October 2015. Started TRIUMEQ 25 days ago. The first 5 days were unbearable, hated every minute of it until I changed my time taking the pill to nighttime. So far, 20 days later, no side effects anymore, used to get headaches, joint pain, muscle pain. Diagnosed with VL of 10,000 and CD4 of 562. Will update once I get my monthly result next week. Trillium Drug Benefit covers most of out-of-pocket, and my family's insurance covers the rest. I only pay around $450 a year."

• Sco...
• February 11, 2017

For HIV Infection "Diagnosed 5 years ago, been on Truvada and Isentress with no problems at all!! Doctor wanted to switch me to this because it's a lot easier (1 pill once a day). Been on this for the past week and have had horrible side effects. Dizzy, no sleep, nauseous, and body/joint pain. Switching back to my old medication tomorrow. Goodbye Triumeq!!!"

• Lov...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 22, 2021

For HIV Infection "I have been HIV positive since 1999. I am 45 years old now. I have been on many regimens over the years. In 2015, I switched to Triumeq. Six years maintaining an undetectable virus. CD4 counts have been between 600 and 900. Joint pain, dizzy spells, high blood pressure, high triglycerides, anxiety, shoulder achiness, recently. Not sure if it's because of the medicine or bad eating and lack of exercise."