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Injectable HIV treatments like Cabenuva offer a promising alternative to daily pills. These long-lasting treatments don't require daily administration, which can help people who struggle with taking regular medications.

Common side effects that people experience include
• Injection site reactions (pain and swelling)
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Injectable HIV treatments like Cabenuva offer a promising alternative to daily pills. These long-lasting treatments don't require daily administration, which can help people who struggle with taking regular medications.

Common side effects that people experience include:
• Injection site reactions (pain and swelling)
• Nausea
• Rash
• Fatigue
• Fever If you notice a lump at the injection site, this is usually normal and typically goes away within a few days to two weeks. However, if the lump persists longer, becomes red/purple, hot, or more painful, you should contact your doctor as it could indicate an infection.

To minimize injection site reactions, it helps to rotate injection sites rather than using the same spot each time. While less common, some people may experience more serious side effects like hypersensitivity reactions (severe rash, fever, breathing difficulties). Those with a history of hepatitis B or C should be aware that liver toxicity can occur with some injectable treatments.

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