Lamivir 150 Tablet (Lamivudine 150mg)

Lamivir 150 Tablet

Lamivir 150 mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine that is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections. This medicine is not a cure for HIV. It only prevents the virus from multiplying in your body. Monitoring of liver function and kidney function may be necessary while receiving this medicine based on the clinical condition.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Lamivir 150 mg Tablet
Lavir 150 mg Tablet
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Retrolam 150 mg Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Lamimat 150 mg Tablet
Mylan Pharmaceuticals

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Lamivir 150 mg Tablet
Chills and fever
Diarrhea
Headache
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Stuffy nose
Muscle pain
Heartburn
Indigestion
Sore throat

Uses of Lamivir 150 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
HIV infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.
Chronic Hepatitis B
This medicine is used in the treatment of chronic Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to lamivudine, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

General warnings

Immune reconstitution syndrome
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of Immune reconstitution syndrome. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Lactic acidosis
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of Lactic acidosis. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Hepatotoxicity
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver disease and active liver disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Therapy may need to be discontinued if the patient develops pronounced hepatotoxicity.
Pancreatitis
This medicine may cause pancreatitis. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Therapy may need to be discontinued if the patient develops any signs or symptoms of pancreatitis.
Dosage formulations
The formulations for HIV infection and HBV infection may be different and may contain different doses of the active ingredient. These formulations are not interchangeable. Patients are advised to only use the formulation prescribed by the doctor. Any change in the formulation should be done only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Ensure that proper hygiene measures are adopted. Complete the course of treatment to prevent the spread of the infection. Close monitoring of liver function and kidney function may be necessary while receiving this medicine based on the clinical condition.