I noticed when i take my meds in the morning i get light headed for about 10 minutes and then it goes away. I'm also concerned about several of your other questions, such as "Does PED have HIV in it?" An HIV specialist is best suited to evaluate and manage any symptoms that might arise during a course of PEP. Allegra-D (fexofenadine hcl and pseudoephedrine hcl) is a combination of an antihistamine and a
I'm a 35 yo man who I was having receptive anal sex with another man (casual sex) yesterday (10/28/10). Allegra (fexofenadine) is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. They can add to sleepiness caused by Allegra.Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:erythromycin (E.E.S., EryPed, Ery-Tab, Erythrocin, Pediazole).This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with Allegra. The symptoms associated with ARS (acute retroviral syndrome) become manifest two to three weeks after HIV primary infection.As I have mentioned frequently in this forum, I strongly encourage anyone who has had an HIV exposure significant enough to warrant a course of PEP be followed by an HIV specialist. Side effect 1: nausea One possible side effect of PrEP can be nausea, which can be a feeling of queasiness, unease or discomfort in the stomach and sometimes with the urge to vomit. Post-exposure prophylaxis, or PEP, is a course of two or three drugs that will lower your chance of infection if you've been exposed to HIV. I would also suggest that you be a bit more discerning regarding your sexual partners. 6 possible short and long-term side effects of PrEP. "Symptoms" that begin 30 hours after a potential HIV exposure would not be caused by HIV seroconversions. Read More. I withdrew less than a minute later without ejaculation. ." Both are quiet safe and any one can be used for which consult your local health care provider. I have suffered the usual side effects from the PEP drugs (loss of appetite, nausea, etc).Could this be a sign of seroconversion? Obviously self-diagnosis is a BIG mistake, as is worrying and stressing but I'd very much appreciate your honest opinion.Your question graphically demonstrates the reason I suggest anyone who has had an HIV exposure significant enough to warrant a course of PEP be followed by an HIV specialist. I am having horrible side effects including head-aches, head tingles, fatigue but cannot sleep, and occasional nausea. I'll post some information below from the archives regarding PEP and the need to be followed by an HIV specialist.Condom failure - PEP side effects (PEP AND THE NEED FOR HIV SPECIALIST, 2010) Jan 25, 2010I am a bisexual male who has always tried to be safe when it comes to sexual partners.However during recent insertive anal sex with a casual male partner (of unknown HIV status), the condom split. Have a look. I don't know what his HIV status is either. Allegra tablets and capsules may be used to treat seasonal allergy symptoms in children who are at least 6 years old. While most people’s bodies tolerate PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) well, like all medications it can have some side effects.. Everyone is different which makes it difficult to know how one’s body will react to a drug regimen until they start using it. The HIV specialist can document your true degree of HIV risk, optimize PEP regimens, evaluate and manage all PEP-related side effects or toxicities, monitor for and evaluate any possible ARS symptoms and arrange for an interpret all post-PEP HIV tests. (See below. Went home and pooped. (PEP AND THE NEED FOR HIV SPECIALIST, 2009) Aug 22, 2009Thank you for all you have done and continue to do for people who find themselves scared and bewildered. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.Overdose symptoms may include dry mouth, dizziness, or drowsiness.Avoid using antacids within 15 minutes before or after taking a medication that contains Allegra. Perhaps the HIV specialist could work you in sooner or you could see a different specialist. )Your multiple concerns clearly demonstrate why I strongly recommend that all folks who have had an HIV exposure significant enough to warrant PEP have an HIV specialist involved in their care.