Lamivudine and Tenofovir
Cimduo is a prescription brand-name medication combining two antiretroviral drugs used as part of combination therapy to treat HIV-1 infection in adults and children. It belongs to the nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) drug class and works by reducing the amount of HIV in the blood.
Cimduo is an HIV medication combining lamivudine and tenofovir disoproxil fumarate used as part of antiretroviral therapy.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 2003250
- Generic
- Cimduo
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treatment of HIV-1 infection in combination with other antiretroviral agents. It is not a cure for HIV but helps control the infection.
Contains two nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) that work by interfering with the reverse transcriptase enzyme, which HIV needs to replicate. This helps reduce the viral load and allows the immune system to function better.
Should be used exactly as prescribed by a healthcare provider. May cause side effects such as headache, nausea, or kidney problems. Regular monitoring of kidney function and bone density may be recommended. Do not take if allergic to any ingredients. Must be taken consistently to be effective.
Official drug label
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