When people started highly effective antiretroviral treatment, they gained weight. This is called a return to health effect of treatment and is still seen today in people with very advanced HIV who lost weight before starting treatment.

Is it normal to lose weight while on ARVs?

Weight loss can be a common problem for people with relatively advanced stages of HIV infection, and it should be taken very seriously. It usually improves with effective antiretroviral therapy (ART).

Can I take apple cider vinegar while on Arvs?

As far as safety “there are no overt drug interactions with apple cider vinegar and HIV medications (antiretrovirals) that I am aware of or could find any specific pharmacologic data on,” Kirchner says.

What happens if you skip ARV for 2 days?

Missing doses of HIV medicines can reduce their usefulness and increase the possibility of developing drug resistance, which makes certain HIV drugs lose their effectiveness. If you realize you have missed a dose, go ahead and take the medication as soon as you can, then take the next dose at your usual scheduled time.

Can I take ARVs with milk?

Drinking alcohol. Milk and milk products (yoghurt and sour milk can still be taken) Nutritional needs of people with HIV/Aids.Regimen:Drug:Recommended to be taken:1aLamivudine, 3TCWith food / on empty stomachStavudine, d4T, Stavir , ZeritWith foodEfavirenz, StocrinNot with fatty meals, bedtime1bLamivudine, 3TCWith food/on empty stomach5 more rows•Aug 8, 2011

What are the side effects of drinking apple cider vinegar everyday?

7 side effects of apple cider vinegarDelayed stomach emptying. Digestive side effects. Low potassium levels and bone loss. Erosion of tooth enamel. Throat burns. Skin burns. Drug interactions.