How should I take rilpivirine?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Rilpivirine is usually taken once per day with a full meal (not just a protein drink). Always take the medicine with food.
When given together, rilpivirine and cabotegravir are usually taken once per day starting at least 28 days before you switch to the monthly injectable combination. On the last day you take rilpivirine and cabotegravir, you will receive your first monthly injectable dose of these medicines.
If you take rilpivirine with cabotegravir to replace a missed dose of the injectable combination, take rilpivirine and cabotegravir tablets each day until your next monthly injection is due.
If you plan to miss a monthly injection by more than 7 days, start taking rilpivirine and cabotegravir tablets about 1 month after your last injection was given. Keep taking the tablets each day until your next monthly injection is due.
If needed, daily rilpivirine and cabotegravir tablets can replace the injectable combination for up to 2 months in a row.
You may need frequent medical tests while taking rilpivirine, and for several months after you stop.
Use all HIV medications as directed and read all medication guides you receive. Do not change your dose or stop using a medicine without your doctor's advice. Every person with HIV should remain under the care of a doctor.
Store rilpivirine in its original container at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.