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Do the early cocktail medications AZT and current medications such as Triumeq cause long term side effects, such as Trigeminal Neuralgia or kidney issues?

February 23, 2023
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A myHIVteam Member

For me, it's neurotharpy and my stomach is extremely uncomfortable, and my balance is totally off!!

March 3, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

AZT began in 1960’s as a cancer drug. It is highly toxic. Unfortunately, early HIV patients (80’s-90’s) were given doses several times what was efficacious. On the positive side, AZT has been effective preventing mother-baby transmission (Short term use). I’m unclear if it’s still preferred for that.

Early 1990’s, I delayed presenting myself for treatment when AZT was the only available medication. Seems I wasn’t mistaken.

February 24, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

You may want to Google them.

February 23, 2023

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