Medication Side Effects

Despite the beneficial effects of HAART, there are side effects associated with the use of antiretroviral medications that can be severe.

RT Inhibitor Side Effects
Some of the nucleoside RT inhibitors may cause a decrease of red or white blood cells, especially when taken in the later stages of the disease. Some may also cause inflammation of the pancreas and painful nerve damage. There have been reports of complications and other severe reactions, including death, to some of the antiretroviral nucleoside analogs when used alone or in combination. Therefore, healthcare experts recommend that you be routinely followed by your healthcare provider if you are on antiretroviral therapy.