Abacavir + Lamivudine Benefits & Uses

Abacavir + Lamivudine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

HIV/AIDS

Abacavir + Lamivudine 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: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 600 mg abacavir and 300 mg lamivudine
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: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 600 mg abacavir and 300 mg lamivudine, patients having above 25 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: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 600 mg abacavir and 300 mg lamivudine
Geriatric	Disease: HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 600 mg abacavir and 300 mg lamivudine

Abacavir + Lamivudine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Abacavir + Lamivudine 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
पेट दर्द
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Cough
Rash
Infection
Nasal congestion

Abacavir + Lamivudine Related Warnings

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

Abacavir + Lamivudine may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Abacavir + Lamivudine, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Abacavir + Lamivudine safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Abacavir + Lamivudine. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Abacavir + Lamivudine on the Kidneys?

Abacavir + Lamivudine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Abacavir + Lamivudine on the Liver?

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

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

Severe Interaction of Abacavir + Lamivudine with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Acyclovir

Allopurinol

Valganciclovir

Severe

Leflunomide

Tramadol

Clonazepam

Phenytoin

Primidone

Rifampicin

Adefovir

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Moderate

Mild

Ethanol

Ethanol Liquid

Sulfamethoxazole,Trimethoprim

Abacavir + Lamivudine Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Allergy
Graves' Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Graves' Disease
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Abacavir + Lamivudine

Is this Abacavir + Lamivudine habit forming or addictive?

Abacavir + Lamivudine does not cause addiction.

Abacavir + Lamivudine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Abacavir + Lamivudine

Taking Abacavir + Lamivudine with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Abacavir + Lamivudine

Taking alcohol with Abacavir + Lamivudine can be dangerous.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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