TRUVADA LAWSUIT WHITEPAPER

What is Truvada?

Truvada is an antiretroviral drug that treats and prevents HIV and AIDS. The drug works by stopping HIV cells from multiplying once in the body. It has been approved by the FDA and available to the public to be taken orally since 2004.

Truvada Proves Dangerous

There are now studies that show Truvada can possibly cause serious bone issues and kidney damage. Many lawsuits are now being filed against Gilead for taking Truvada over the course of several years.

Truvada Associated Injuries

Associated injuries being reported in Truvada lawsuits include:

• Kidney Failure
• Liver problems
• Bone problems
• Lactic acidosis
• Bone fractures
• Persistent or worsening bone pain
• Osteoporosis
• Osteopenia
• Osteomalacia
• Orthopedic Injuries

Truvada Status of Court Cases

Cases have been consolidated in the Northern District of California. There have been no verdicts or known settlements at this time.

Who Makes Truvada?

The current manufacturer of Truvada is Gilead Sciences Inc.