Emtricitabine (FTC)

Strength: 200 mg

Dosage Form: Tablet

Description:

Emtricitabine is an NRTI used in the treatment of HIV-1 infection. It is often combined with other antiretroviral agents to increase efficacy and reduce resistance.

Key Features:

• Once-daily dosing
• Well-tolerated with low side-effect profile
• Used in pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)

Precautions:

• Avoid abrupt discontinuation
• Monitor liver function in co-infection with Hepatitis B
• Inform healthcare provider of all medications being taken