What should I do if I feel nauseated after taking tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (Viread) on an empty stomach?

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (Viread)Common side effects include nausea (feeling sick), vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, hypophosphatemia (low phosphate levels in the blood), rash, and asthenia (weakness). Rare cases of serious kidney problems have also occurred in patients treated with this product. Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets are nucleotide antiviral drugs. Patients can take the drug after meals or with food, and take it with warm water, which can reduce irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets are eliminated through the kidneys, and patients may suffer damage to renal function during use of the drug. Therefore, patients should pay attention to regular monitoring of their kidney function while taking the drug.