Question

Can I change from Biktarvy to Tivicay+Decsovy?

20 April 2023. Related: All topics, Changing treatment.

Hi there, can I shift from Biktarvy to Tivicay + Descovy?

I am in the US and my viral load is undetectable.

Answer

Answer: Simon Collins

Hi there

The integrase inhibitor in Biktarvy is called bictegravir and this is a very similar drug to dolutegravir (brand name Tivicay).

The other two drugs in Biktarvy, are TAF and emtricitabine, which are the same two drugs that are in Descov.

This means it should be very easy to talk to your doctor about switching from Diktarvy ro Tivicay + Descovy.

I am curious for why you want to do this, unless it is related to the price of meds in the US.