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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose for children weighing 25 kg or more

Lamivudine Side Effects

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

Moderate

एनीमिया (और पढ़ें - एनीमिया के घरेलू उपाय)

Mild

थकान
सिरदर्द
मतली या उलटी
पेट दर्द
चक्कर आना (और पढ़ें - चक्कर आने पर करें ये घरेलू उपाय)
मांसपेशियों में दर्द (और पढ़ें - मांसपेशियों में दर्द के घरेलू उपाय)
दस्त
बुखार (और पढ़ें - बुखार कम करने के घरेलू उपाय)
खांसी
लाल चकत्ते
संक्रमण
नाक बंद

Lamivudine Related Warnings

Is the use of Lamivudine safe for pregnant women?

Lamivudine may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Lamivudine again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Lamivudine safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Lamivudine on the Kidneys?

Lamivudine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamivudine on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Lamivudine on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamivudine on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lamivudine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Adefovir

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Moderate

Amiloride

Metformin

Mild

Sulfamethoxazole,Trimethoprim

Lamivudine Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Lamivudine

Is this Lamivudine habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Lamivudine.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lamivudine as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lamivudine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Lamivudine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lamivudine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lamivudine

It is safe to take Lamivudine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lamivudine

Consumption of alcohol and Lamivudine together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

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