Question
Can I change the time I take Odimune?
27 May 2013. Related: Adherence, All topics.
Hi
I’ve been taking Odimune in the mornings between 8:30 – 9 am for 6 days now and they make me feel dizzy all day.
I wanted to know if I change the time I’m taking them to maybe 9 pm everyday. Will there be a problem since I’ve just started a week ago?
Answer
Hi
Odimune is a generic version of Atripla which is a fixed dose combination that contains three ARVs: efavirenz, tenofovir and FTC.
Efavirenz is recommended to be taken at night, and on an empty stomach (ie not after a high fat meal). This assumes you are not working night shifts.
Moving to take this at 9 pm is recommended and should stop or reduce any dizziness you feel during the day. As with anything to do with your treatment, please also talk to your doctor about this.
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