Your body processes these two medicines at a similar rate, so there's a lower chance of drug
resistance developing. It's also good to know that the Tivicay + Lamivudine combination has
been studied and recommended for people who are newly diagnosed with HIV,* and also those
who've switched from other treatments.8-11
Like all medicines, Tivicay + Lamivudine may cause side effects, although not everybody gets
them. Common side effects people may experience are headache, nausea, and diarrhoea.4,5
TAKEN ONCE-A-DAY, THE COMBINATION OF TIVICAY + LAMIVUDINE BLOCKS THE
VIRAL LIFE CYCLE AT TWO DIFFERENT TARGETS AND HELPS CONTROL HIV VIRAL LOAD.3,4