Trilavir L is a combination medicine used to treat HIV infection. It usually contains:

• Lamivudine (L)

• Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF)

• Efavirenz (EFV)

These three medicines work together to control HIV.

Mechanism 

• Lamivudine & Tenofovir: Block an enzyme called reverse transcriptase, which the HIV virus needs to make copies of itself.

• Efavirenz: Also blocks reverse transcriptase, but in a slightly different way.

• Together, they stop the virus from multiplying and reduce the amount of HIV in the blood.

  Uses

  • Treatment of HIV infection in adults and children (as advised by doctor).

  • Helps improve immunity, lowers risk of HIV-related complications, and improves quality of life.

    Adverse Effects

    Common side effects:

    • Dizziness, trouble sleeping, strange dreams (from Efavirenz)

    • Headache

    • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

    • Tiredness

    • Skin rash