Lamivir 150mg Tablet

Introduction to Lamivir 150mg Tablet

Lamivir 150mg tablet tablet is an antiretroviral with an active ingredient called Lamivudine which belongs to the family called nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). It is used to treat HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus infection. HIV is a Human immunodeficiency virus that attacks and destroys the cells in the immune system; the body’s ability to fight against infections decreases and leads to death if untreated properly. This medicine does not completely cure the infection; it reduces the amount of virus in your body and increases the CD4 cell count in your blood. These cells are important in helping your body to fight infection. Inform your physician if you have any liver disorders, including hepatitis B or C, kidney problems, or if you are overweight (especially if you are a woman) before taking this tablet.

Inform your physician if you or your children have these conditions. Your doctor might take extra checkups, including blood tests, while under this treatment; Kidney patients might suggest dose adjustment. Do not take Lamivir 150mg tablet tablets if you are allergic to Lamivir 150mg tablet and its other ingredients. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Discuss more fertility concerns with your doctor. Do not share personal objects such as toothbrushes or razors with anyone. Do not breastfeed. Consult your doctor about safe sex practices. Use contraception to prevent the transmission of HIV infection.

Therapeutic Effects of Lamivir 150mg Tablet

Lamivir 150mg tablet tablet works by inhibiting the reverse transcriptase enzyme of HIV, restricting the replication of the viral genome, and reducing the production of new infectious viral particles. It mainly interferes with reverse transcription and inhibits the spread of HIV.

Interaction of Lamivir 150mg Tablet with other drugs

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications such as sorbitol and other sugar alcohols (such as xylitol, mannitol, lactitol, or maltitol) and other medicine may interact with Lamivir 150mg tablet tablet and can cause undesirable side effects.

More Information about Lamivir 150mg Tablet

Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children.
Store protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Do not refrigerate.

How to consume Lamivir 150mg Tablet

Take Lamivir 150mg tablet tablet as advised by your physician. Usually, this medicine will be given once a day. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the medicine if your doctor advises you to stop.

Safety Advices for Lamivir 150mg Tablet

Pregnancy

Lamivir 150mg tablet tablet may cause harm to the unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine. The physician will explain the potential risks and benefits.

Breast Feeding

Breastfeeding is not recommended because HIV infection can be passed on to the baby via breast milk; Lamivir 150mg tablet’s ingredient can also pass into the breast milk.

Lungs

It is unknown whether Lamivir 150mg tablet tablet is safe to administer in patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.

Liver

Inform your physician if you have or have ever had any liver diseases, including hepatitis B or C, before taking Lamivir 150mg tablet tablet because this medicine should be used cautiously with this condition.

Alcohol

Driving while taking Lamivir 150mg tablet tablet will never affect your driving ability

Driving

Consuming alcohol may affect the effectiveness of Lamivir 150mg tablet. It is highly advised to stop consuming alcohol if you take this medicine. Serious side effects may occur.

Side Effects of Lamivir 150mg Tablet

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

Signs of osteonecrosis (stiffness in the joints, pain in hip, knee, or shoulder)
Liver problems (yellowing of whites of eyes and skin, urine turns dark, light-colored stools)
Muscle weakness
Heart palpitations
Tremor (neurological disorder) or hyperactivity

Common

Headache, dizziness
Nausea, vomiting
Diarrhea, stomach pain
Tiredness, lack of energy
Muscle pain, joint pain
Difficulty in sleeping
Cough, runny nose
Rash, hair loss

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