Lamivudine + Zidovudine
Information about Lamivudine + Zidovudine
Lamivudine + zidovudine uses
Lamivudine+Zidovudine is used in the treatment of HIV infection.
How lamivudine + zidovudine works
This is a combination of two anti-HIV medicines: Lamivudine and Zidovudine. They prevent 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 + zidovudine
Headache, Fatigue, Cough, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Rash, Joint pain, Hair loss, Fever, Gastrointestinal disturbance, Muscle disorders, General discomfort, Hypersensitivity, Increased liver enzymes, Lactic acidosis, Rhabdomyolysis, Pancreatic inflammation, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Decreased appetite, Abdominal pain, Abdominal cramp, Indigestion, Low blood platelets, Increased bilirubin in the blood, Immune reconstitution syndrome, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat
Available Medicine for Lamivudine + Zidovudine
Expert advice for Lamivudine + Zidovudine
- Lamivudine + Zidovudine is a combination of two medicines which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infections.
- It may also be used for preventing HIV and should be started within 72 hours of exposure to HIV.
- Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.
- Lamivudine + Zidovudine may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
- Always practice safe sex while taking Lamivudine + Zidovudine. Do not share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.
- It may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
Frequently asked questions for Lamivudine + Zidovudine
Lamivudine + Zidovudine
Q. What is Lamivudine+Zidovudine? What is it used for?
Lamivudine+Zidovudine is a combination of two medicines that belong 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. How does Lamivudine+Zidovudine work?
Lamivudine+Zidovudine prevents the multiplication of the virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Q. Is Lamivudine+Zidovudine safe?
Lamivudine+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.