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Lamivudine 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.

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Take Lamivudine 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.

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Warnings

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Lamivudine or any of its ingredients. Before starting the treatment, 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. Do not breastfeed, because HIV infection can be passed on to the baby via breast milk; Lamivudine's ingredient can also pass into the breast milk.

Precautions

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.  Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. Discuss more fertility concerns with your doctor. Do not share the personal item like needles, razors, or toothbrushes. 

Side Effects

The most common side effects of Lamivudine are headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, tiredness, lack of energy, muscle pain, joint pain, difficulty in sleeping, cough, runny nose,  rash, and hair loss.

Serious side effects while taking Lamivudine are 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. 

Word Of Advice

Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children. Store protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Do not refrigerate. Contact your doctor for more concerns.  Consult your doctor about safe sex practices. Use contraception to prevent the transmission of HIV infection. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Then continue your treatment as before. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. 

Frequently Asked Question

• How will I receive the Lamivudine?
• Always take Lamivudine tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet with or without food. Do not break, chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow the whole tablet with water. 

• How can I manage side effects while taking Lamivudine tablet?
• Contact your physician immediately if you experience any side effects while taking Lamivudine tablet. Your physician may also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to help manage your side effects.

• Who should not consume Lamivudine tablet?
• Lamivudine tablet is not recommended in breastfeeding patients and patients who are allergic to Lamivudine; before taking this tablet, inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disorders. 

• Can I use the Lamivudine tablet for other infections?
• No, you should not consume Lamivudine tablet for other conditions except HIV infections and Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection unless your doctor prescribes it. 

• Can I use Lamivudine tablet for children?
• Lamivudine tablet is prescribed for both adults and children. But before consuming, consult your doctor and mention your children's age.