TAFFIC TABLET

Introduction:

Taffic Tablet is a combination medication containing the active constituents bictegravir 50mg, emtricitabine 200mg, and tenofovir alafenamide 25mg. It is used to treat HIV-1 infection. HIV is a Human immunodeficiency virus that attacks and destroys the cells involved in the immune system; the body’s ability to fight against infections decreases and leads to death if untreated properly. This medication is not recommended for adolescents and children under the age of 18.

Before taking Taffic Tablet, you need to inform your physician if you have any liver disease, including hepatitis C or B, or allergic conditions. Make sure you inform your physician of all the medicines, including supplements and herbal medicines, you are taking before you start treatment with this medication. Do not share personal objects such as toothbrushes or razors with anyone. Do not breastfeed. Consult your doctor about safe sex practices.

Uses of Taffic Tablet:

• Treatment of HIV-1 infection 

How Taffic Tablet works:

Taffic Tablet works by inhibiting the enzymes reverse transcriptase and integrase, thereby inhibiting the replication of viral particles in the body and treats the infection.

Interactions with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More information:

• Keep Taffic Tablet out of sight and reach of children.

References:

1. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Antiviral drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 808.
2. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Antiretroviral agents and treatment of HIV infection, 12th edition, 2011, 1634-1638.
3. Gilead Sciences Ltd, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [ Revised on May 2021] [ Accessed on 11th Jan 2022], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9313.pdf

How to use Taffic Tablet:

Always take this tablet exactly as your doctor has told you. Swallow the tablets whole with some water. It can be taken with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablets. You will need to take Taffic Tablet at least two hours before taking iron supplements, or you can take them together with food. 

You will need to take Taffic Tablet at least two hours before taking antacids or supplements containing magnesium or aluminium. Or you can take this medication with food at least two hours after taking antacids, or supplements containing magnesium or aluminium.

Safety advice:

Pregnancy: 

You must inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine. The doctor will explain the potential risks and benefits.

Breastfeeding:

Breastfeeding is not recommended because viral infection can pass through breast milk.

Liver:

You need to tell your physician if you have or ever had liver diseases, including hepatitis B or C, before taking Taffic Tablet, as it may reactivate the virus.

Driving: 

Avoid driving if you are feeling unwell, as this medicine can make u feel dizzy.

Others:

• Do not share personal objects such as toothbrushes or razors.
• Consult a doctor about safe sex practices.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious: 

• Infections
• Inflammation
• Muscle weakness
• Palpitations, shaking, or hyperactivity

Common:

• Headache, dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Tiredness
• Depression
• Abnormal dreams