&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;Biktarvy is a recent HIV medication that has significantly impacted HIV treatment and HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) in Singapore.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;This article explores how Biktarvy is changing the game in Singapore by providing better options for preventing HIV after potential exposure and treating the infection. We will explain how Biktarvy works and its benefits, and we will compare it to other HIV prevention methods available in Singapore.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #993366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Just&amp;nbsp;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/contact-us&quot;&gt;Walk-in&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&amp;nbsp;because this is an emergency and time-sensitive medical case we will try to slot you in.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #993366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;You can also make a 24/7 online&amp;nbsp;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/booking&quot;&gt;Appointment&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 aria-level=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What is Biktarvy used for?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h3 aria-level=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1. Biktarvy for HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Fewer Side Effects, Better Completion Rates:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;A recent study found that using Biktarvy as a preventive medication after potential HIV exposure had fewer side effects and higher completion rates than other medications. This is excellent news because it means that more people are likely to take the entire course of medication, reducing their risk of getting infected with HIV. It is an encouraging option for those in Singapore who may have been exposed to HIV.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3 aria-level=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;2. Biktarvy for HIV Treatment&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;Biktarvy is a complete HIV-1 treatment that comes in a single pill. It combines three powerful medicines that work together to reduce the amount of HIV in the blood to undetectable levels. Studies have shown that Biktarvy is effective in treating HIV, even in individuals starting treatment for the first time or having been on other HIV medications.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 aria-level=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Use Biktarvy and Safety Considerations&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;Taking Biktarvy is simple. You only need to take one pill daily, with or without food. Taking it daily as your doctor prescribes is crucial to ensure its effectiveness. However, before starting Biktarvy, it is essential to consult a healthcare provider, as it can interact with certain medications. Regular check-ups and monitoring of liver and kidney function are also essential to ensure your health and the effectiveness of the medication.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3 aria-level=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Biktarvy cannot be used as Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;While Biktarvy is a remarkable option for &lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/hiv-treatment&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;HIV treatment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;, it is essential to note that it is not approved for &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/hiv-prep&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;.?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 aria-level=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What are HIV PrEP and HIV PEP?&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/hiv-prep-in-singapore&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;HIV PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;is a preventive approach where individuals at high risk of contracting HIV take medication daily to reduce their chances of becoming infected. The most common medications approved for HIV PrEP are Truvada (emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil fumarate) and Descovy (emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide). When taken as directed by your doctor, these medications have been shown to significantly reduce the risk of getting HIV. Discussing suitable prevention options with a healthcare provider is crucial to determining the best approach for your needs.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/hiv-pep&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;HIV PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;is a preventive measure taken after a potential exposure to HIV. It involves using antiretroviral medications within 72 hours (preferably sooner) of the exposure to reduce the risk of HIV infection. PEP is typically recommended for unprotected sex, condom breaking or slipping, sharing needles, or occupational exposure (e.g., healthcare workers). The medication regimen for PEP usually consists of a combination of antiretroviral drugs taken daily for 28 days. It is crucial to seek medical attention as soon as possible after a potential exposure to determine if PEP is necessary and to initiate treatment promptly.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 aria-level=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What are the active ingredients of Biktarvy?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;Biktarvy is a fixed-dose combination medication made up of three active ingredients:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bictegravir&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;belongs to a class of antiretroviral drugs called integrase strand transfer inhibitors (INSTIs). Bictegravir blocks the integrase enzyme necessary to replicate HIV within human cells.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-leveltext=&quot;%1.&quot; data-font=&quot;Calibri,Times New Roman&quot; data-listid=&quot;1&quot; data-list-defn-props=&quot;{&amp;quot;335552541&amp;quot;:0,&amp;quot;335559684&amp;quot;:-1,&amp;quot;335559685&amp;quot;:720,&amp;quot;335559991&amp;quot;:360,&amp;quot;469769242&amp;quot;:[65533,0],&amp;quot;469777803&amp;quot;:&amp;quot;left&amp;quot;,&amp;quot;469777804&amp;quot;:&amp;quot;%1.&amp;quot;,&amp;quot;469777815&amp;quot;:&amp;quot;multilevel&amp;quot;}&quot; aria-setsize=&quot;-1&quot; data-aria-posinset=&quot;2&quot; data-aria-level=&quot;1&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Emtricitabine&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) that inhibits the reverse transcriptase enzyme of HIV. Doing so prevents the virus from converting its RNA into DNA, which is necessary for viral replication.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-leveltext=&quot;%1.&quot; data-font=&quot;Calibri,Times New Roman&quot; data-listid=&quot;1&quot; data-list-defn-props=&quot;{&amp;quot;335552541&amp;quot;:0,&amp;quot;335559684&amp;quot;:-1,&amp;quot;335559685&amp;quot;:720,&amp;quot;335559991&amp;quot;:360,&amp;quot;469769242&amp;quot;:[65533,0],&amp;quot;469777803&amp;quot;:&amp;quot;left&amp;quot;,&amp;quot;469777804&amp;quot;:&amp;quot;%1.&amp;quot;,&amp;quot;469777815&amp;quot;:&amp;quot;multilevel&amp;quot;}&quot; aria-setsize=&quot;-1&quot; data-aria-posinset=&quot;2&quot; data-aria-level=&quot;1&quot;&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) and a material that is used to make tenofovir.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; TAF is converted into its active form (tenofovir) within the body. Tenofovir blocks the reverse transcriptase enzyme, preventing the replication of HIV.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;These three active ingredients work together to inhibit different steps in the HIV replication cycle, reducing the viral load in the body and helping to control HIV infection.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/hiv-treatment&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Biktarvy is effective in HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) and HIV treatment&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt; It offers a more convenient and effective option for treating HIV infection, with fewer side effects and better completion rates. However, it is essential to remember that Biktarvy is not approved for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;Read:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.pulse-clinic.com.sg/condom-broke-in-singapore-get-emergency-pep&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline; color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Condom Broke and Reduce Risk of HIV with&amp;nbsp;HIV Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;Singapore provides approved medications like &lt;strong&gt;Descovy&lt;/strong&gt; and &lt;strong&gt;Truvada for PrEP&lt;/strong&gt;, which have proven effective in preventing HIV transmission. If you think you may have been exposed to HIV, seek immediate medical attention to discuss appropriate options with a healthcare provider.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2 aria-level=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Side Effects&amp;nbsp;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;Biktarvy can have some serious side effects that you should be aware of. It can potentially worsen the hepatitis B infection, so it&#39;s important to get tested for hepatitis B before starting Biktarvy. If you have both HIV-1 and hepatitis B, stopping Biktarvy suddenly can make your hepatitis B worse. Therefore, it&#39;s crucial to talk to your healthcare provider before stopping the medication, as they will need to monitor your health regularly and may provide additional medicine for hepatitis B.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;It&#39;s essential to understand that Biktarvy does not cure HIV-1 or AIDS. HIV-1 is the virus that causes AIDS, and Biktarvy is used to help manage the virus but cannot eliminate it entirely.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span data-ccp-props=&quot;{}&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;You should be aware of several possible side effects of Biktarvy. These include changes in your immune system, kidney problems (including kidney failure), an increase in lactic acid in your blood (which is a rare but serious condition that can be life-threatening), severe liver problems (which are rare but can be fatal), and common side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, and headache.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span data-contrast=&quot;none&quot;&gt;If you experience any new symptoms while taking Biktarvy, you must inform your healthcare provider immediately. They will need to perform tests to monitor your health before and during the treatment with Biktarvy.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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