How long does it take for Biktarvy to be metabolized after stopping the drug?

Biktarvy is a drug used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. It is a combination of three antiretroviral drugs, including Bictegravir (Bictegravir), Entecavir (Emtricitabine) and Tenofovir Alafenamide (Tenofovir Alafenamide). The rate at which these drugs are metabolized varies from individual to individual, but in general, these drugs are gradually metabolized in the body after the drug is stopped.

The half-life (the time it takes for half of the drug to be eliminated from the body) of votavudine (Bictegravir) is approximately 18 hours, and that of entecavir ( pan>Emtricitabine) has a half-life of approximately 10 hours, and tenofovir (Tenofovir Alafenamide) has a half-life of approximately 0.51 hours. This means that after discontinuation, these drugs are completely metabolized after several half-lives.

Based on these data, it can be estimated that it will take approximately several days to fully metabolize Biktarvy (Biktarvy) after stopping the drug. Generally, doctors will advise patients to continue taking medications until specific guidance is sought from their physician. If you are considering stopping your medication, it is best to consult your doctor for professional advice and follow your doctor's instructions.

Bikernoprenol tablets have been launched in China and have been included in medical insurance. Patients can purchase them domestically. The original drugs are mainly imported in China, and the price is around 1,500 yuan. For specific prices and reimbursement conditions, please consult the local hospital pharmacy or medical insurance bureau. The cheaper ones abroad are generic drugs, mainly Indian generic drugs. The price is about 450yuan, and the ingredients of original drugs and generic drugs are basically the same.