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Viread is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor which is a kind of drug used for HIV (anti-viral agent, antibiotic and antimicrobial).

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Generic Drug

Tenofovir

Side Effects

Common

Pain
Headache
Feeling anxious
Itching or burning
Muscle pain
Itchy rash
Fever
Dizziness
Fatigue
Abdominal pain
Heartburn
Back pain
Diarrhea
Blood or red colored urine
Aching muscles
Blood in urine
Loss of strength
Rash
Itchy skin

Serious

Hypersensitivity

Treats

Hepatitis
Condition
Hepatitis B
Condition
HIV/AIDS
Condition

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