Lamivudine Benefits & Uses

Lamivudine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis B

Other Benefits

HIV/AIDS

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
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

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

Lamivudine Related Warnings

Is the use of Lamivudine safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Lamivudine safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Lamivudine on the Kidneys?

Lamivudine rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamivudine on the Liver?

Side effects of Lamivudine rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lamivudine on the Heart?

You can take Lamivudine without any fear of damage to 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?

Forming a habit of Lamivudine has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lamivudine since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Lamivudine is safe but you must consult your 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

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

Severe