Epivir Hbv - Lamivudine-hbv - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Epivir Hbv.
• Epivir HBV
• lam-EYE-view-deen

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Overdose

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

Epivir Hbv Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
• Keep all laboratory and medical appointments during and for several months after treatment.

Read Before Using Epivir Hbv (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history especially of.

Medicinal Applications

• Lamivudine-HBV is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor used to treat a chronic viral infection of the liver (hepatitis B).
• It works by slowing the growth of the virus.
• It is not a cure for hepatitis B and does not prevent the passing of hepatitis B to others.

Warning

• Lactic acid build-up in the blood (lactic acidosis) and severe liver disease, including death, have been reported with the use of lamivudine, either alone or in combination with other drugs used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection (for example, zidovudine, ritonavir).
• HIV counseling and testing should be offered both before and during treatment to all patients using lamivudine-HBV.
• Lamivudine-HBV contains a lower dose of the drug lamivudine used to treat HIV infection.
• Use of lamivudine-HBV in patients with unknown or untreated HIV infection could result in resistant strains of HIV.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth, usually once daily; or take as directed by your doctor.
• May take with or without food.
• Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not increase or decrease your dose or stop taking this medication unless directed to do so by your doctor or pharmacist.
• The safety and effectiveness of this medication after one year of use has not been established.
• The optimal duration of use of this medication is unknown.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
• Lamivudine-HBV is not appropriate for the treatment of patients infected with both hepatitis B and HIV.
• An HIV test is recommended both before and during treatment to ensure you receive appropriate treatment.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
• Worsening of your condition, decreased response to therapy, or the occurrence of resistant strains of the virus may occur during or after treatment.
• Promptly report any new symptoms that occur during or after treatment to your doctor.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Epivir Hbv Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, or headache may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur.