Cobicistat, darunavir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir and Valerian

• Generic Name: cobicistat / darunavir / emtricitabine / tenofovir alafenamide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Symtuza

Cobicistat reduces the action of enzymes in your liver that break down certain antiviral medicines. This allows the antiviral medicines to be used more safely and effectively at lower doses.

Darunavir, emtricitabine and tenofovir are antiviral medicines that prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. HIV can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Cobicistat, darunavir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir (Symtuza) is a combination medicine used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Symtuza is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.

Cobicistat, darunavir, emtricitabine, and tenofovir may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: valerian
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Valerian Root

Valerian is a flowering plant, the root of which is dried and used as an herbal remedy.

Valerian has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating sleep problems (insomnia).

Other uses not proven with research have included treating anxiety, stress, depression, attention deficit disorder, chronic fatigue syndrome, tremors, epilepsy, menopause symptoms, and other conditions.

It is not certain whether valerian is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Valerian should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Valerian is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.

Valerian may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.