Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz

Information about Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz

Lamivudine + didanosine + efavirenz uses

How lamivudine + didanosine + efavirenz works

This is a combination of three anti HIV medicines: Lamivudine, Didanosine and Efavirenz. They work by preventing HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in your body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.

Common side effects of lamivudine + didanosine + efavirenz

Headache, Nausea, Diarrhea, Rash, Flatulence, Depression, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Dizziness, Drowsiness, Nightmares, Tiredness, Fever, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Dryness in mouth, Muscle damage, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

Available Medicine for Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz

Odivir
₹107 to ₹126
Cipla Ltd
2 variant(s)

Expert advice for Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz

Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz is a combination of three medicines which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infections.
Take it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime, to reduce side effects.
Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz and 12 weeks after stopping it.
It may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
Do not stop taking Lamivudine + Didanosine + Efavirenz without your doctor’s advice.