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About Lamivox 150mg Tablet

LAMIVUDINE belongs to the group of medications called antiretroviral drugs’ used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a sexually transmitted infection that over time leads to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Chronic hepatitis B is a long-term viral infection caused by the hepatitis B virus.

Uses of Lamivox 150mg Tablet

HIV, Chronic hepatitis B

Medicinal Benefits of Lamivox 150mg Tablet

LAMIVUDINE belongs to the group of antiretroviral drugs used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. LAMIVUDINE contains ‘lamivudine’ which is a ‘nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor’ and works by prevents the development of the virus in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and clean up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection.

Directions for Use

The doctor determines the dose and duration of the LAMIVUDINE. Swallow the medicines as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. You can take medicine with or without food. Take the medication at a fixed time every day. Do not abruptly stop the medication even if your symptoms get better.

Side Effects of Lamivox 150mg Tablet

• Headache
• Fever
• Nausea
• Weakness
• Diarrhea
• Cough
• Runny nose

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take LAMIVUDINE if you are allergic to ‘lamivudine’ or any other contents present in it. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others. This medicine should not be given to adolescents with a history of kidney failure. If you have liver disease including hepatitis B or C, then you should not take this LAMIVUDINE. Hepatitis B has gotten worse when this LAMIVUDINE was stopped in some people with hepatitis B. If you are overweight especially in women do not take this LAMIVUDINE. Inform your doctor if you have never had hepatitis care before. This medicine contains lactose, so inform your doctor if you have an intolerance to any sugars. People with lactose intolerance Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 LAMIVUDINE may interact with a medication used to treat hepatitis B virus (adefovir dipivoxil), used to treat HIV infection (emtricitabine), antibiotic (cotrimoxazole), anticancer (cladribine, bexarotene), anti-gout medicine (leflunomide).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

LAMIVUDINE should be used with caution in patients with a pancreatic disease, severe liver, or kidney diseases.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• Consuming alcohol while using LAMIVUDINE may worsen the condition.

PREGNANCY

• LAMIVUDINE is a category B medicine. It should be used with caution in pregnant women because it may cause side effects to the unborn baby.

BREAST FEEDING

• Women who are HIV-positive must not breast-feed, because HIV infection can be passed on to the baby in breast milk. A small amount of LAMIVUDINE can also pass with breast milk.

DRIVING

• LAMIVUDINE may cause dizziness. So, avoid driving or refrain from any activities that require you to alert mentally.

LIVER

• LAMIVUDINE should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.

KIDNEY

• LAMIVUDINE should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Dose adjustments may be necessary.