Emtricitabine and Tenofovir Tablets and Mepivacaine and Levonordefrin

• Generic Name: emtricitabine / tenofovir
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: AccessPak for HIV PEP Basic, Descovy, Truvada

Emtricitabine and tenofovir are antiviral medicines that prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body.

Emtricitabine and tenofovir is a combination medicine used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). emtricitabine and tenofovir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS, but it can be used to treat HIV in adults and children who are at least 12 years old and weigh at least 17 kilograms (37 pounds).

Emtricitabine and tenofovir is also used in children who weigh between 55 and 77 pounds (25 to 35 kilograms) and who take certain other HIV medications.

Truvada PrEP is used together with safer-sex practices to reduce the risk of becoming infected with HIV. You must be HIV-negative and an adult to use Truvada PrEP for this purpose.

Emtricitabine and tenofovir may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: levonordefrin / mepivacaine
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names:

  Carbocaine 2% with Neo-Cobefrin, Polocaine Dental, Scandonest 2% L

• It is used before dental care to numb the area.