Cabotegravir and rilpivirine
Generic name: cabotegravir and rilpivirine [ KA-boe-TEG-ra-vir-and-RIL-pi-VIR-een ]
Brand names: Cabenuva 400/600, Cabenuva 600/900
Dosage form: intramuscular suspension, extended release (200 mg-300 mg/mL)
Drug class:Antiviral combinations
What is cabotegravir and rilpivirine?
Cabotegravir and rilpivirine are antiviral medicines that prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. HIV is the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Cabotegravir and rilpivirine is a combination medicine that is used without any other antiviral medicines to treat HIV. cabotegravir and rilpivirine is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.
Cabotegravir and rilpivirine is used in people 12 years of age and older who weigh at least 77 pounds (35 kg) to replace their current anti-HIV medications when the doctor determines it is appropriate.
Cabotegravir and rilpivirine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using. Many drugs can interact, and some drugs should not be used together.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use cabotegravir and rilpivirine if you are allergic to it.
Many drugs can interact and cause dangerous effects. Some drugs should not be used together with cabotegravir and rilpivirine. Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use:
dexamethasone (in more than 1 dose);
certain antibiotics--azithromycin, clarithromycin, erythromycin, rifabutin, rifampin, rifapentine; or
seizure medicine--carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin.
Cabotegravir and rilpivirine can stay in your system for 12 months or longer. If you stop using cabotegravir and rilpivirine, follow your doctor's instructions about using any other medicines during the first year after the last dose.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
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