Epivir - Lamivudine Oral Tablets Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Epivir.
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Possible Side Effects

• Headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, insomnia, change in appetite, dizziness, weakness or muscle aches may occur.
• If these symptoms continue or become severe, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Read Before Using Epivir (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Warning

• Lamivudine has caused severe, even fatal, liver and blood acid-base problems (lactic acidosis).
• Immediately notify your doctor if you develop dark urine, unusual fatigue, yellowing of the skin or eyes, rapid breathing, drowsiness, muscle aches, or stomach/abdominal pain.
• Different brands of this drug have different amounts of active drug.
• Do not switch brands of this medication without first checking with your doctor.
• If you have an HIV infection, you should be taking the higher strength dosage.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Usage Instructions

• Take this by mouth exactly as directed usually once or twice a day.
• Follow your dosing instructions closely.
• May be taken with or without food.
• This medication is often given in combination with zidovudine (AZT) for best effects.
• Follow directions for taking zidovudine carefully.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may take, including.

Epivir Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication is not a cure for HIV infection but has shown some positive results.
• The long-term effects are unknown at this time.
• Keep all doctor appointments and scheduled laboratory tests as your condition will be monitored closely.
• Be aware that this medication does not reduce the risk of passing the virus to others through sexual contact or blood contamination.
• This is a potent medication which should not be shared.
• Do not allow anyone else to take your medication.

Epivir Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from heat, light and moisture.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.

Medicinal Applications

• Lamivudine is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor antiviral agent used in combination with other antivirals for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.
• It works by slowing the growth of the virus.
• This medication is not a cure for HIV, nor does it prevent the passing of HIV to others.
• This medication contains lamivudine.
• The use of lamivudine, abacavir, and tenofovir in combination may not be effective in treating HIV infection.
• If you are currently taking all three of these drugs, your doctor or pharmacist should carefully review your treatment plan.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is within 2 hours of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• It is important not to miss doses of this drug.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This medication may also be used to prevent HIV after coming in contact with the virus.