Question

I took a double dose…

24 February 2024. Related: Adherence, All topics, Side effects.

Hi, I accidentally took 2 dosses of ARVs 4 hours from each other due failure that I was not sure if I did take it on my alarm time (schedule time). Will it have any Negative Effects on my organs e.g kidneys?

Answer

Answer: Josh Peasegood

Hi, how are you doing?

No. This will not cause any long term problems with your kidneys.

Accidentally taking a double dose of an ARV is not going to have any long term problems. While there is a higher level of ARV in your body than normal, you may experience more common side effects for the next day – possibly the headache you have mentioned.

As the level of ARV returns to normal in your body in the next day, these additional side effects should wear off. If the side effects continue, or you are concerned about them please speak with your pharmacist.

Josh.