Drug reference
emtricitabine
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Drug class
Anti Virals (Antiretroviral)
Mechanism of action
Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI); cytosine analog phosphorylated to emtricitabine 5'-triphosphate causing inhibition of HIV and RNA dependent DNA polymerase
Common side effects
- Rash
- Asthenia
- Insomnia
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is emtricitabine?
emtricitabine belongs to: Anti Virals.
How does emtricitabine work?
Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI); cytosine analog phosphorylated to emtricitabine 5'-triphosphate causing inhibition of HIV and RNA dependent DNA polymerase
What are the common side effects of emtricitabine?
Rash, Asthenia, Insomnia, Dizziness, Headache, Diarrhea
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