Comparing Atripla vs Biktarvy

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Atripla efavirenz / emtricitabine / tenofovir

Biktarvy bictegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide

Prescribed for HIV Infection, Occupational Exposure, Nonoccupational Exposure. Atripla may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Biktarvy is a combination tablet that contains three antiviral agents which may be used to treat HIV-1 in adults and children weighing more than 25kg (55lb). It is generally well-tolerated and the... View more

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

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Drug Class

Antiviral combinations

Antiviral combinations

Side Effects

Common side effects include: dizziness, insomnia, and skin rash.

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Pricing and Coupons

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Quantity	30 tablet
Dosage	600 mg-200 mg-300 mg
Per Unit^*	$104.53
Cost^*	$3,135.98

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Quantity	30 tablet
Dosage	50 mg-200 mg-25 mg
Per Unit^*	$118.42
Cost^*	$3,552.58

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Generic Availability

Yes

Dosage Form(s) Available

Oral tablet

Oral tablet

Brand Names

N/A

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

55 hours

180 hours

CSA Schedule**

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Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category

Category D Positive evidence of risk

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Summary unavailable.

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Drug Interactions

A total of 771 drugs are known to interact with Atripla:

344 major drug interactions (1166 brand and generic names)
413 moderate drug interactions (1967 brand and generic names)
14 minor drug interactions (52 brand and generic names)

A total of 370 drugs are known to interact with Biktarvy:

172 major drug interactions (1945 brand and generic names)
196 moderate drug interactions (627 brand and generic names)
2 minor drug interactions (5 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions

Taking efavirenz with food increases the amount of medicine in your body, which may increase the... View more

No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

July 12, 2006

February 07, 2018

WADA Class

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N/A

More Information

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Further information

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