Comparing Biktarvy vs Descovy

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Biktarvy bictegravir / emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide

Descovy emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide

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

Prescribed for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis, HIV Infection. Descovy may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

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Drug Class

Antiviral combinations

Antiviral combinations

Side Effects

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Pricing and Coupons

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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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Quantity	30 tablet
Dosage	200 mg-25 mg
Per Unit^*	$67.51
Cost^*	$2,025.16

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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.

180 hours

25.7 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

Summary unavailable.

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FDA Alerts

N/A

Drug Interactions

A total of 367 drugs are known to interact with Biktarvy:

171 major drug interactions (1933 brand and generic names)
194 moderate drug interactions (635 brand and generic names)
2 minor drug interactions (5 brand and generic names)

A total of 198 drugs are known to interact with Descovy:

125 major drug interactions (522 brand and generic names)
70 moderate drug interactions (207 brand and generic names)
3 minor drug interactions (7 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions

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

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

February 07, 2018

April 04, 2016

WADA Class

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N/A

More Information

** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.

Further information

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