What is Descovy (emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide)?
Descovy is a brand-name prescription medication that providers prescribe in conjunction with other forms of medicine to treat the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This medication is also defined as a preventative measure, along with safe sex practices like condom use, against HIV infections in high-risk adults and teenagers.
This medication is not a cure for an existing HIV infection or AIDS. It lowers levels of the human immunodeficiency virus in the body to prevent severe illness and the development of AIDS. Descovy will not prevent the spread of HIV to others.
Descovy contains a combination of emtricitabine and tenofovir alafenamide, available as a generic combination medication. Descovy is only available via prescription from a licensed health care provider.