Question

What are the side effects of Reydin – do any ARVs not have side effects?

4 August 2022. Related: All topics, Changing treatment, Side effects.

Hi there, what are the side effects of Reydin and are there any ARVs that don’t have side effects?

My doctor gave me Reydin and I was drinking it at night at first. My gums started bleeding and after that I had trouble concentrating. I also forget very easily. It is like I’m loosing my mind, what could be the problem?

Answer

Answer: Josh Peasegood

Hi, how are you doing?

Reydin is a generic version of TLD. This link is to a previous question about all TLD side effects.

Most ARVs have some side effects but only for some people. Many people don’t get side effects. Sometimes you might need to try different meds if you have difficulty with one.

Reydin does not cause bleeding gums. Have you mentioned this symptom to a doctor?

How are you sleeping at night? Reydin is often best tolerated when taken during the morning. It can cause problems sleeping. If this is the case it would explain why you are having trouble concentrating.

If you have any further questions do get in touch,

Josh.

158 comments

  1. Simon Collins •

    Hi Phumza, thanks – and I am sorry to hear you have these problems. It sounds like your doctor needs to work with you very carefully to understand your individual responses. The doctor also needs to record your weight and waist measurements at each visit so these are in your notes. This will show whether your weight is now stable or whether anything you do helps reduce this now.

    Please do not just stop medication because this might not have any affect on your weight, but could increase risk of serious HIV problems. You doctor also knows your HIV history so can talk about the risks of stopping treatment. Stopping treatments is not generally recommended but careful monitoring if you and your doctor decide to try this would be essential.

  2. Phumza •

    Hi there. I’ve been using Trenvir and had lot of side effects like gaining rapid weight. My periods stops and I was always sick. He decided to change to Reydin and also the side effects are even worse I don’t want to change anymore. What can I do it’s so tiring I am even thinking of stopping the medication.

  3. Simon Collins •

    Hi Lydia, thanks. Reydin is a generic version of TLD which is a really good and widely used HIV combination.
    https://i-base.info/guides/14970

    Nearly everyone gains a little weight when they first start treatment. This is especially if your CD4 count was low or if you have been HIV positive for some time. This is a good thing.

    Please ask you doctor to record your weight in your notes and also to measure your waist.

    This is so your doctor can also check how your weight changes. TLD can sometimes cause weight to increase and so it is important to monitor this.

  4. Lydia •

    Hi I’m taking a Reydin it’s been a month, I notice I’m gaining weight

  5. Simon Collins •

    Hi Sphamandla, what does your doctor say about this? Reydin (a version of TLD) is a very good new medicine and should not = cause blook pressure to increase.

  6. Sphamandla •

    Earlier this year my doctor changed me to Reydin. I’m also on high BP medication which was normal. I have just noticed that my blood pressure has gone up, I have had 3 tests and they are all high. Could this be one of Reydin side effects. Please advise

  7. Simon Collins •

    Hi June

    Please talk to your doctor about your HIV meds. Reydin is a generic HIV combination of TLD> It includes Tenofovir DF (TD), Lamivudine (3TC) and Dolutegravir coformulated into a single pill (TLD).

    If you have been taking your meds carefully, then it sounds like these meds have stopped working and your doctor needs to look at other combinations. This is likely to include a protease inhibitor.

    The CD4 count of 8 is very serious and your doctor also nees to prescribe you antibiotics to protect your health from other infections.

    This guide also has more info:
    https://i-base.info/guides/changing

    You can also email me at questions@i-Base.org.uk

  8. June •

    Hi l am I was using Atoiza and Purbac now I am using Reydin and Purbac but my CD4 count keeps on dropping it now 8 please help

  9. Simon Collins •

    Hi Connie, you don’t say the names of your meds so it is difficult to comment. If you are worried about your weight change though please talk to your doctor in case another combination might be better.

  10. Connie •

    Since ive started taking this pills im gaining weight especially the abdomen

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