Question

Can I take Atripla with painkillers like tramadol for my period cramps?

Answer

Thank you for your question.

This interaction has not yet been researched but because of the way that tramadol and efavirenz (one of the drugs in the Atripla) work there is a potential for an interaction.

You need to speak to your HIV doctor about this and they can then either prescribe other painkillers or monitor you closely when you take them in case you need a slightly different dose to allow for this interaction.

12 comments

  1. Mandisa

    Can I take pain killers after I take my Arvs treatment?

  2. Christina Antoniadi

    Hello Mandisa and thanks for getting in touch.

    Yes you can take over the counter pain relief medication like paracetamol.

    You can check here for specific interactions:
    https://www.hiv-druginteractions.org/checker

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