Lamivudine is generally used in treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and HIV infection Efavirenz is generally used in treatment of the treatment of HIV infection.
Side effects
Abnormal dreams
Allergic reaction
Anxiety
Cough
Decrease in granulocyte count
Diarrhoea
Difficulty in paying attention
Dizziness
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Increased liver enzymes
Increased triglyceride level in blood
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Itching
Nausea
Rash
Runny nose
Sleepiness
Vomiting
Weakness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Lamivudine, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Lamivudine is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food. Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Efavirenz, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Efavirenz is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Lamivudine is an antiviral drug. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection. Efavirenz prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells. Thus stops the HIV virus from producing new viruses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can Lamivudine cure hepatitis B? Lamivudine is used to treat hepatitis B but some patients may be resistant to this dru
Q. Can Lamivudine be crushed? Lamivudine cannot be crushed but it can be broken into two parts to give it to children. Please go by the recommendation of the doctor
Q. Can Lamivudine cause anemia? Lamivudine may cause anemia as a side effect in some patients. Kindly consult your doctor in case any side effects are observed.
Expert Advice
You have been prescribed Lamivudine for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.It may also be used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of HIV infections.Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.Lamivudine may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication.You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don't share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of mental illness or convulsions (fits or seizures).Ensure that Efavirenz is always taken in combination with other anti-HIV medicines and never alone.Seek immediate medical attention if you develop signs of dizziness, difficulty sleeping, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating or abnormal dreaming or any signs of skin rash or inflammation or infection.Take the required precautions to prevent transmission as Efavirenz does not prevent the spread of HIV virus to others through blood or sexual contact.Do not drive if you have taken Efavirenz as it may cause dizziness.Do take if allergic to Efavirenz or any of its ingredients.Do not take if sufering with severe liver disease.Avoid if patient is Pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Product Details
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