
What is Triumeq?
Triumeq is a prescription medication used to treat HIV-1 infection in adults and children weighing at least 55 pounds (25 kg).
It contains three ingredients: abacavir, dolutegravir, and lamivudine. These work together to help control the HIV-1 virus, which causes Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Triumeq should not be taken by individuals with certain genetic variations, allergies to its ingredients, severe liver problems, or those taking dofetilide, pilsicainide, or fampridin, as these conditions can lead to serious or life-threatening side effects.
Always inform your healthcare provider about your medical history and any other medicines you are taking before starting Triumeq.
How Does Triumeq Work?
Triumeq works by combining three medicines that fight HIV-1 infection in different ways. One of its ingredients, dolutegravir, is an integrase inhibitor. It stops an enzyme called integrase, which the virus needs to make more copies of itself.
The other two ingredients, abacavir and lamivudine, are called nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitors.
They prevent the virus from making DNA, which it needs to reproduce. By using these three medicines together, Triumeq helps to control the HIV-1 virus in the body.
Dosage Information and Usage
Dosage Form and Strengths of Triumeq
- Triumeq tablets are purple, biconvex, oval, and debossed with “572 TRI” on one side.
- Each film-coated tablet contains:
- 600 mg of abacavir (as abacavir sulfate)
- 50 mg of dolutegravir (as dolutegravir sodium)
- 300 mg of lamivudine
Usage
Triumeq is used to treat HIV-1 infection in adults and children weighing at least 55 pounds (25 kg).
It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not change your dose or stop taking Triumeq without consulting your healthcare provider.
It is important to stay under medical care while on Triumeq. You can take Triumeq with or without food. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is within 4 hours of your next dose, in which case you should skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
Do not take two doses at the same time. Make sure you do not run out of Triumeq to prevent the virus from becoming resistant. If you take too much, contact your healthcare provider or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
Storage Information
Store Triumeq tablets in their original bottle with a child-resistant cap, and keep the bottle tightly closed to protect the tablets from moisture.
Do not remove the desiccant inside the bottle. Keep the tablets at room temperature, ideally at 25°C (77°F), but they can be stored within a range of 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).
Always ensure the bottle is kept in a dry place to maintain the effectiveness of the medication.
Side Effects
Common Side Effects
- Trouble sleeping
- Headache
- Tiredness
Serious but Rare Side Effects
- Severe allergic reactions:
- Fever,
- Rash,
- Nausea,
- Vomiting,
- Diarrhea,
- Stomach pain,
- Extreme tiredness,
- Body aches,
- Trouble breathing,
- Sore throat,
- Cough
- Serious liver problems:
- Nausea,
- Vomiting,
- Loss of appetite,
- Pain in the right side of the stomach,
- Yellowing of the whites of the eyes or skin,
- Dark-colored urine,
- Light-colored stool
- Too much lactic acid in the blood
- Weakness,
- Tiredness,
- Nausea,
- Fast heartbeat,
- Muscle pain, arms, and legs feeling cold
- Changes in liver tests, especially in people with hepatitis B or C
- Immune Reconstitution Syndrome, where the immune system starts fighting hidden infections
- Changes in body fat distribution, like increased fat in the upper back, neck, breasts, and around the middle of the body, and loss of fat from the legs, arms, and face
- Increased risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction)
Warnings and Precautions
- Hypersensitivity Reaction: Serious and sometimes fatal allergic reactions can occur with abacavir or dolutegravir; patients with the HLA-B*5701 gene are at higher risk and should not take Triumeq if they have this gene. HLA-B5701 is a gene variation that can cause severe allergic reactions to the HIV medicine abacavir. Stop using Triumeq immediately if any signs of hypersensitivity appear.
- Lactic Acidosis and Severe Liver Enlargement: Rare but serious conditions involving too much lactic acid in the blood and enlarged liver with fat buildup can occur; stop using Triumeq if symptoms or lab results suggest these conditions.
- Patients with Hepatitis B or C: Patients with hepatitis B or C may have an increased risk of liver problems when using Triumeq; monitor liver function before and during treatment, and watch for signs of hepatitis worsening after stopping Triumeq.
- Use with Interferon and Ribavirin: Patients on Triumeq with Interferon and Ribavirin need close monitoring for treatment-related side effects, particularly liver issues. Interferons are natural substances made by white blood cells and other body cells, aiding the immune system in battling infections and diseases such as cancer. Ribavirin is an antiviral medication combined with others to treat hepatitis C, a viral infection leading to persistent liver inflammation.
- Immune Reconstitution Syndrome: When starting Triumeq, the immune system may become stronger and start fighting hidden infections, which can cause inflammation; monitor for new symptoms and treat as necessary.
- Fat Redistribution: Changes in body fat distribution may occur, such as increased fat in the upper back, neck, breasts, and trunk, and loss of fat in the legs, arms, and face.
- Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack): Some studies suggest a potential increased risk of heart attack with abacavir use; consider underlying heart disease risk factors when prescribing Triumeq.
Overdosage of Triumeq
If someone overdoses on Triumeq, there is no specific treatment available. Monitoring the person closely and providing standard supportive care is essential.
Dolutegravir binds tightly to blood proteins, making it unlikely to be removed significantly by dialysis. It’s unclear if abacavir can be removed by dialysis.
Lamivudine is minimally removed by short-term dialysis methods, so continuous hemodialysis may not be beneficial in an overdose.
Monitoring and supportive care are key strategies in case of an overdose.
Drug Interactions
- Dolutegravir can increase blood levels of dofetilide, dalfampridine, and metformin by affecting kidney transporters, so dose adjustments may be needed to avoid toxicity.
- Drugs that boost enzymes like UGT1A1 and CYP3A can lower dolutegravir levels, reducing its effectiveness against HIV. UGT1A1 enzymes help attach glucuronic acid to substances in the body. CYP3A enzymes break down drugs and other substances.
- Etravirine and Efavirenz reduce dolutegravir levels, so it’s important to adjust the dose or avoid using them with Triumeq to maintain effectiveness.
Price & Coupons
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| Strength | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 600mg/50mg/300mg | 30 tablets | $2,499 |
| 600mg/50mg/300mg | 60 tablets | $4,798 |
| 600mg/50mg/300mg | 90 tablets | $6,897 |
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Note: Triumeq can cost over $3,800 in the United States.
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