Abacavir



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  • Contains / Salt: Abacavir


Abacavir Information



Abacavir Benefits & Uses

Abacavir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Abacavir 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
Adult
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: given in combination with other antiretroviral agents, for the treatment of HIV-1 infection
Geriatric
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: given in combination with other antiretroviral agents, for the treatment of HIV-1 infection
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: given in combination with other antiretroviral agents, for the treatment of HIV-1 infection
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: given in combination with other antiretroviral agents, for the treatment of HIV-1 infection


Abacavir Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Diarrhoea
  • Steven-johnsons syndrome
  • Pancreatic inflammation

Moderate

Mild

Abacavir Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Abacavir safe for pregnant women?


    Abacavir can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Abacavir, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Abacavir safe during breastfeeding?


    In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Abacavir in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Abacavir is unavailable.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Abacavir on the Kidneys?


    Abacavir rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Abacavir on the Liver?


    Abacavir is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Abacavir on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Abacavir on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Abacavir with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Abacavir Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Abacavir

  • Is this Abacavir habit forming or addictive?


    Abacavir is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Abacavir since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, the use of Abacavir is considered safe.

    Safe
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Abacavir is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Abacavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Abacavir


    The side effects of taking Abacavir with certain foods can be serious. Contact your doctor about this.

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Abacavir


    Abacavir and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.

    Safe


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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



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