Key takeaways
- Genvoya is an oral tablet that contains four active ingredients to treat HIV in adults and some children.
- The dosage of Genvoya is typically one tablet per day. But timing may need to be adjusted if you are undergoing hemodialysis or you take medications or supplements that contain certain minerals like aluminum or magnesium.
- It is important to adhere to the prescribed dosage of Genvoya and not miss doses, as this can increase the risk of viral resistance. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose or have concerns about your dosage.
Genvoya is an oral tablet that’s used to treat HIV. It’s usually taken once per day with food.
Genvoya is prescribed for adults and some children as a first treatment for HIV or to replace another HIV treatment.
If you’re considering switching to Genvoya from another treatment, your doctor will make sure you‘ve been on a stable treatment regimen for the past 6 months and have an undetectable viral load.
They will also confirm that the virus hasn’t developed resistance to treatments in the past. (Resistance means the virus no longer responds to a drug that previously treated it effectively.)
And finally, your doctor will try to determine if the virus might already be resistant to one or more of the active ingredients in Genvoya. (An active ingredient is what makes a medication work.)
Knowing this information can help you and your doctor make the right treatment decisions.
Genvoya is a single-tablet regimen for HIV. It contains four active ingredients that are each a type of HIV medication. These are:
- elvitegravir, an integrase inhibitor
- cobicistat, which helps boost elvitegravir levels in your body
- emtricitabine, a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI)
- tenofovir alafenamide, which is another NRTI
This article describes the dosage of Genvoya, as well as its strength and how to take it. To learn more about Genvoya, including its uses and side effects, see this in-depth Genvoya article.
The following information describes form, strength, and commonly used dosage of Genvoya. But be sure to take the dosage your doctor prescribes for you. They will determine the best dosage to fit your needs.
Genvoya’s form
Genvoya is available as an oral tablet that you swallow.
Genvoya’s strength
Genvoya comes in one strength. Each tablet contains:
- 150 milligrams (mg) of elvitegravir
- 150 mg of cobicistat
- 200 mg of emtricitabine
- 10 mg of tenofovir alafenamide
Genvoya is approved to treat HIV. The typical dosage of Genvoya for adults with HIV is one tablet per day.
Always follow your doctor’s instructions. Notify them if you experience any Genvoya side effects that may prevent you from taking your medication.
Genvoya may be prescribed to treat HIV in children who weigh at least 25 kilograms (kg), which is about 55 pounds (lb).
The dosage of Genvoya for these children is one tablet per day.
For more information about Genvoya’s dosage for children, talk with your child’s doctor or a pharmacist.
You should always take Genvoya with food. Try to take it at the same time every day. For example, you could take Genvoya in the morning with your breakfast, if that’s something you do every day around the same time.
Swallow the tablets whole. Do not split or crush Genvoya tablets before taking them. If you have trouble swallowing oral tablets, read these tips on how to swallow a pill.
Is Genvoya used long term?
Yes, Genvoya is usually used as a long-term treatment. If you and your doctor determine that it’s safe and effective for your condition, you’ll likely take it long term.
If you miss a dose of Genvoya, take it as soon as you remember. But if it’s almost time for your next dose, skip your missed dose and take your next dose at its regularly scheduled time. You should not take two doses of Genvoya at once. If you’re not sure if you should take a missed dose or skip it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
It’s important not to miss doses of Genvoya. Missing a dose can increase the risk of viral resistance, making Genvoya less effective.
If you need help remembering to take your dose of Genvoya on time, try using a medication reminder. This can include setting an alarm or downloading a reminder app on your phone.
Do not take more Genvoya than your doctor prescribes, as this can lead to harmful effects.
What to do in case you take too much Genvoya
Call your doctor right away if you think you’ve taken too much Genvoya. You can also call 800-222-1222 to reach America’s Poison Centers or use its online resource. But if you have severe symptoms, immediately call 911 (or your local emergency number) or go to the nearest emergency room.
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