Q and A

FAQs on side effects

These are the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about side effects

  1. What is the risk of side effects with modern drugs?
  2. What are the long term effects of HIV treatment?
  3. I can’t sleep on Atripla and when I do I have nightmares…
  4. Mood and sleep problems with efavirenz
  5. What is causing my diarrhoea?
  6. Is my rash a side effect?
  7. Are my skin problems because of HIV?
  8. My body shape has changed – Body changes (lipodystrophy) FAQs
  9. Why do I have pain in my hands and feet?
  10. What can i do to help loose weight?

If your question is not answered here, please ask your question online and we will be happy to answer it.

Further links

Further information about starting treatment is in our guide to side effects and other complications.

All questions on side effects.

Last updated: 4 May 2022.