If blood thinners are prescribed, they must be monitored carefully. Agenerase may reduce the effectiveness of Viagra or birth control pills, but it is best to talk to your doctor and your treatment advocate about possible side effects. Agenerase is a sulfonamide, so patients with a known sulfa condition should be treated cautiously. Common side effects of Agenerase are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gas or flatulence, rash and a numbing sensation around the mouth. This rash has appeared in 1 percent of people treated with Agenerase so far.
Body composition is also always a legitimate concern when taking antitretrovirals.
Abnormal lipid profiles or lipidystrophy are common side effects with other antiretrovirals. How Agenerase affects the body composition and fat distribution is still difficult to determine. Agenerase may adversely affect triglycerides, cholesterol and blood sugar levels as well. Blood levels may increase, and should be monitored through blood work at least every three months. The reason for high levels, its effect on the body, and its management continue to be researched.