Cytocom

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  • Contains / Salt: Lamivudine (150 mg) + Zidovudine (300 mg)
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Cytocom Information

Cytocom, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Cytocom have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Cytocom depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cytocom can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cytocom are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cytocom is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cytocom has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cytocom related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Pancreatitis, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Cytocom since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cytocom contraindications section.

Besides this, Cytocom may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cytocom is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Cytocom Benefits & Uses

Cytocom is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cytocom 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: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 150 mg lamivudine and 300 mg zidovudine
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: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 150 mg lamivudine and 300 mg zidovudine, patients having above 30 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: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: strength 150 mg lamivudine and 300 mg zidovudine
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 300 mg zidovudine


Cytocom Side Effects

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

Moderate

Mild

Cytocom Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cytocom safe for pregnant women?


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

  • Is the use of Cytocom safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Cytocom. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

  • What is the effect of Cytocom on the Kidneys?


    Cytocom has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Cytocom on the Liver?


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

  • What is the effect of Cytocom on the Heart?


    Cytocom is rarely harmful for the heart.



Severe Interaction of Cytocom with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Sulfamethoxazole,Trimethoprim
    Fluconazole


    Cytocom Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Cytocom

    • Is this Cytocom habit forming or addictive?


      Cytocom does not cause addiction.

    Cytocom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Cytocom


      You can take Cytocom with food.

    • Interaction between Alcohol and Cytocom


      Taking alcohol with Cytocom 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; 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

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

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 806-807

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1286-1288

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