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Tivicay

Dolutegravir

Formulated to alleviate retroviral disease to support immune preservation and target viral integrase enzymes.

Active ingredient
Dolutegravir
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
50mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Tivicay, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Tivicay vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Tivicay details

Alternative names
dolutegravir
Therapeutic class
Integrase Strand Transfer Inhibitor (INSTI)
Pharmacological class
Antiretroviral
Contraindications
concurrent dofetilide use; hypersensitivity to dolutegravir
Minor side effects
headache; insomnia; nausea
Moderate side effects
fatigue; diarrhoea; elevated blood lipids
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
ViiV Healthcare
Onset Time
2–4 weeks
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Antacids; Rifampin; Carbamazepine
Age restrictions
Approved for paediatric patients over four weeks and adults.
Serious side effects

hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention; severe hypersensitivity reactions, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

formulated to alleviate retroviral disease to support immune preservation and target viral integrase enzymes.

Mechanism of action

Binds directly to active site of viral integrase, preventing host chromosome insertion of viral DNA.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category B: Safety verified. Avoid in first trimester unless benefits justify risks. Breastfeeding: Avoid.

What you will receive

Tivicay is the originator brand name, made by ViiV Healthcare. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with ViiV Healthcare.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Dolutegravir is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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