Abacavir + Lamivudine



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  • Contains / Salt: Abacavir Lamivudine


Abacavir + Lamivudine Information



Abacavir + Lamivudine Benefits & Uses

Abacavir + Lamivudine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Abacavir + Lamivudine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 600 mg abacavir and 300 mg lamivudine
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 600 mg abacavir and 300 mg lamivudine, patients having above 25 kg weight can take only
Adult
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 600 mg abacavir and 300 mg lamivudine
Geriatric
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 600 mg abacavir and 300 mg lamivudine


Abacavir + Lamivudine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Abacavir + Lamivudine is used -

Severe

  • Diarrhoea
  • Steven-johnsons syndrome
  • Pancreatic inflammation

Moderate

Mild

Abacavir + Lamivudine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Abacavir + Lamivudine safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Abacavir + Lamivudine. It is best to stop taking Abacavir + Lamivudine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

  • Is the use of Abacavir + Lamivudine safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Abacavir + Lamivudine. If you see any side effects, stop taking Abacavir + Lamivudine immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Abacavir + Lamivudine again, only after your doctor's advice.

  • What is the effect of Abacavir + Lamivudine on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Abacavir + Lamivudine on kidney have been reported.

  • What is the effect of Abacavir + Lamivudine on the Liver?


    Abacavir + Lamivudine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

  • What is the effect of Abacavir + Lamivudine on the Heart?


    Using Abacavir + Lamivudine does not have any harmful effects on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Abacavir + Lamivudine with Other Drugs

Abacavir + Lamivudine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild

EthanolSulfamethoxazole,Trimethoprim


    Abacavir + Lamivudine Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Abacavir + Lamivudine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Abacavir + Lamivudine

    • Is this Abacavir + Lamivudine habit forming or addictive?


      Abacavir + Lamivudine is not addictive in nature.

    Abacavir + Lamivudine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Abacavir + Lamivudine


      Taking Abacavir + Lamivudine with food does not cause any problems.

    • Interaction between Alcohol and Abacavir + Lamivudine


      Taking alcohol with Abacavir + Lamivudine can be dangerous.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ziagen® (abacavir sulfate)

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 95

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 631

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Epivir (lamivudine)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 807-808

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 96-99

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