Abacavir Benefits & Uses

Abacavir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

HIV/AIDS

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

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Depression

Mild

Fatigue
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Dizziness

Abacavir Related Warnings

Is the use of Abacavir safe for pregnant women?

Abacavir can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Abacavir right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Abacavir safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Abacavir in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Abacavir on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Abacavir on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Abacavir on the Heart?

Side effects of Abacavir rarely affect the heart.

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

Acyclovir

Allopurinol

Valganciclovir

Severe

Moderate

Interferon Alpha 2B

Naltrexone

Methotrexate

Mild

Ethanol

Ethanol Liquid

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 -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Allergy
Graves' Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Abacavir

Is this Abacavir habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Abacavir.

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, Abacavir does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Abacavir for mental disorders.

No

Abacavir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Abacavir

Taking Abacavir with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Abacavir

Drinking alcohol while on Abacavir does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.

Safe