Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet is a combination of two anti-HIV medicines: Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet1 and Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet2.

Uses of Aluvia Tablet

HIV infection

Benefits of Aluvia Tablet

In HIV infection

Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet prevents the HIV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes your immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications such as new infections and improves your quality of life.
It is not a cure of HIV or AIDS and should not be used to prevent HIV after accidental exposure to a risk. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of your combination of medicines and reduces the chances of your HIV infection becoming resistant to antiretroviral medicines. However, taking this medicine will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people.

Side effects of Aluvia Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Aluvia

Taste change
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Increased liver enzymes
Increased blood lipid level
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)

How to use Aluvia Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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₹46.96/Tablet

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Quick tips

Aluvia Tablet

Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet is a combination medicine which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infection in the body.
Take it with food, preferably at the same time each day.
Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
It may cause weight gain and weakening of your bones. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
Do not stop taking Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet without your doctor’s advice.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

hello, one of my frnd suffering with hiv infection from last 2yrs her cd4 is more than 470 and viral load is zero undetectable now she is using art medicines i have doubt that can we have to use art medicine in the whole life or can we stop it once we get viral load zero

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

You still need to be on ART even if the viral load is undetectable

i have unprotected sex with my friend. Can I take any drugs now to prevent any STD/HIV infection

Dr. Shyam Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hello PATIENT to 1mg. There is some medicine for prophylactic but you need to see physician for prescription and better you check HIV status of both partner

User feedback

What are you using Aluvia Tablet for?

HIV infection

100%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

50%

Poor

50%

What were the side-effects while using Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet?

Diarrhoea

33%

Headache

33%

Nausea

33%

How do you take Aluvia Tablet?

With food

100%

Please rate Aluvia 200mg/50mg Tablet on price

Expensive

100%

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