Lamivudine + Stavudine Benefits & Uses

Lamivudine + Stavudine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Lamivudine + Stavudine 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 150 mg lamivudine and 30 mg stavudine, patients having weight less than 60 kg should take
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 150 mg lamivudine and 30 mg stavudine, patients having weight less than 60 kg should take

Lamivudine + Stavudine Side Effects

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

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Fatigue
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Dizziness
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Cough
Rash
Infection
Nasal congestion
Chills
Weak Muscles
Insomnia

Lamivudine + Stavudine Related Warnings

Is the use of Lamivudine + Stavudine safe for pregnant women?

Lamivudine + Stavudine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Lamivudine + Stavudine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Lamivudine + Stavudine safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Lamivudine + Stavudine as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Lamivudine + Stavudine on the Kidneys?

Lamivudine + Stavudine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lamivudine + Stavudine on the Liver?

Side effects of Lamivudine + Stavudine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Lamivudine + Stavudine on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Lamivudine + Stavudine for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Lamivudine + Stavudine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Adefovir

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Adefovir

Moderate

Amiloride

Metformin

Mild

Sulfamethoxazole,Trimethoprim

Lamivudine + Stavudine Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Lamivudine + Stavudine

Is this Lamivudine + Stavudine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lamivudine + Stavudine has not been reported.

Lamivudine + Stavudine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lamivudine + Stavudine

Some foods when eaten with Lamivudine + Stavudine can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lamivudine + Stavudine

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lamivudine + Stavudine as it can have severe side effects.