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food
alcohol
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Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Cytocom E
Lamivudine(150mg)
Uses
Lamivudine is used in the treatment of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
How it works
Lamivudine is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Common side effects
Headache, Fever, Cough, Fatigue, Joint pain, Low blood platelets, Pancreatic inflammation, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Gastrointestinal disturbance, Rash, Hair loss, Muscle disorders, General discomfort, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Increased liver enzymes, Lactic acidosis, Rhabdomyolysis, Pure red cell aplasia, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Elevated levels of serum amylase, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin)
Zidovudine(300mg)
Uses
Zidovudine is used in the treatment of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and HIV infection.
How it works
Zidovudine is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Common side effects
Headache, Decreased appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Fever, General discomfort, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Cough, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Macular edema, Cardiomyopathy (heart muscle disease), Pancreatic inflammation, Enlarged liver, Rhabdomyolysis
Efavirenz(600mg)
Uses
Efavirenz is used in the treatment of HIV infection.
How it works
Efavirenz prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells, thereby stopping the HIV virus from producing new viruses.
Common side effects
Headache, Nausea, Dizziness, Vomiting, Increased liver enzymes, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Sleepiness, Abnormal dreams, Anxiety, Itching, Difficulty in paying attention, Rash, Memory loss, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Depression, Confusion, Hypercholesterolaemia, Hypersensitivity, Aggression, Euphoria (feeling of intense excitement and happiness), Hallucination, Mania, Paranoia, Psychosis, Agitation, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Coordination disorder, Convulsion, Altered thinking, Blurred vision, Ringing in ear, Vertigo, Liver failure, Fatigue, Suicidal thoughts, Pain, Decreased appetite, Photodermatitis (skin allergy in presence of light), Delusion, Mental impairment
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Expert advice FOR Cytocom E
- You have been prescribed Lamivudine for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
- In combination with other medicines, it is used 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. Do not 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.
- You have been prescribed Lamivudine for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
- In combination with other medicines, it is used 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. Do not 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.
Frequently asked questions FOR Cytocom E
Lamivudine
Q. How should I take Lamivudine?
Lamivudine should be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. This medicine can be taken with or without food. However, it is better to take it at a fixed time of the day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.
Q. Is Lamivudine effective?
Lamivudine is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Lamivudine too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. What is drug resistance? Can I develop drug resistance with Lamivudine?
Drug resistance is a state where the medicine which was once effective in treating an infection becomes ineffective. This mainly happens due to the ability acquired by the virus or bacteria to get modified inside the body which affects the overall working of the medicine. Hence, the medicine is no longer able to fight against the virus or bacteria. Generally, drug resistance with Lamivudine is more likely to happen if you take less dose than what is recommended.
Zidovudine
Q. What is Zidovudine? What is it used for?
Zidovudine belongs to a group of medicines called antiretrovirals. It is used to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), the virus that can cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). It helps to control HIV infection so your immune system can work better.
Q. Is Zidovudine safe?
Zidovudine is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How does Zidovudine work?
Zidovudine works by blocking the function of an enzyme, called reverse transcriptase, which is responsible for the HIV replication process. This helps to reduce the level of HIV in the blood.
Efavirenz
Q. What is Efavirenz? What is it used for?
Efavirenz belongs to a group of medicines called antiretrovirals. It is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which if not controlled can cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). It helps to control HIV infection so your immune system can work better.
Q. Is Efavirenz safe?
Efavirenz is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How does Efavirenz work?
Efavirenz works by blocking the function of an enzyme, called reverse transcriptase, which is responsible for the HIV replication process. This helps to reduce the level of HIV in the blood.