Lybrate Logo
Get the App
For Doctors
Login/Sign-up
tab_logos
About
tab_logos
Feed
Overview

Lamivir Hbv Tablet

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Lamivudine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Lamivir Hbv Tablet

Lamivir Hbv Tablet is a nucleoside analogue. It is used in combination with other medications to treat HIV infection. It functions by interfering with the growth of the HIV infection.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as nausea, joint pain, difficulty sleeping, diarrhea, cough, dizziness, swelling of the mouth, headache, reduced appetite, weakness, vomiting, darkening of the urine, numbness, mental/ mood disorders, ear pain, itchiness, sore throat and chest pain. If your reactions persist or worsen over time seek the help of your health care provider right away.

Before using this medication tell your doctor if: you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Lamivir Hbv Tablet, you are taking any other medications especially emtricitabine and zalcitabine, you have enlarged liver/ high levels of lactic acid/ abnormal liver functioning/ muscle problems/ kidney problems/ lactic acidosis/ nerve disorder/ pancreas problem, you are overweight, you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby.

The dosage for this medication should be based on your medical history and current condition. The usual dose in adults for HIV infection is about 150 mg twice daily or 300 mg once daily.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Lamivir Hbv Tablet

    • Hiv Infection

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Lamivir Hbv Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Lamivir Hbv Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Lamivir s 150mg/60mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Patients may experience dizziness and/or somnolence, and they should avoid driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with moderate to severe impaired renal function.
      Dose adjustment is required in patients with underlined renal diseases. Please consult your doctor.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Lamivir Hbv Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Lamivir Hbv Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    Lamivir Hbv Tablet is a class of HIV nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTIs) that blocks the HIV enzyme known as reverse transcriptase. It can be used for treating both HIV 1 and HIV 2 as well as hepatitis B (HBV) where stops DNA synthesis. However, Lamivir Hbv Tablet is used in combination with other drugs to treat these diseases.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Nevirapine-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/nevirapine

      • Nevirapine-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00238

      • Lamivudine tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=lamivudine

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
      swan-banner
      Sponsored

      Popular Questions & Answers

      View All

      Sir I am hbsag positive and my sgpt, sgot is no...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Jayvirsinh Chauhan

      Homeopath

      No it is not and it will never cure it.. Better take Homoeopathic treatment... As it can cure it...

      WHAT IS NEWER TREATMENT FOR HEPATITIS B Hbv a...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Hemang S Jani

      Physiotherapist

      Specific treatment for acute hepatitis B is usually not needed since in about 95 percent of adult...

      My wife is HBSAG +VT from last four years. But ...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Amit Verma

      General Physician

      nothing to worry as in 90% cases hep b virus remains latent ... HBV DNA levels above 1 lac demand...

      My father is diagnosed with Hbv. What is the po...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Lalit Kumar Tripathy

      General Physician

      Transmission of hepatitis b the virus is transmitted through a) contact with infected blood/blood...

      How to cure hepatitis b with hbv dna quantity 1...

      related_content_doctor

      Dr. Jyoti Goel

      General Physician

      Hepatitis B can not be completely cured only progression of disease can be slowed down by antivir...

      Table of content

      Content Details
      Profile Image
      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
      Reviewed By
      Profile Image
      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
      chat_icon

      Ask a free question

      Get FREE multiple opinions from Doctors

      posted anonymously
      swan-banner