Lamivir S 40

Lamivir S 40

Lamivir S 40 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 S 40, 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.

Drug = Lamivudine + Stavudine

Strength = 150 Mg + 40 Mg

Manufacturer = Cipla Ltd

How To Take

Take Lamivir S 40 medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lamivir S 40 is to be taken empty stomach.

Dosage

Lamivir HBV Tablet

Lamivir 150 Tablet

Lamivir S 150 Mg/60 Mg Tablet

Lamivir S 150 Mg/30 Mg Tablet

Lamivir S 150 Mg/40 Mg Tablet

Side Effects

Tiredness

Headache

Nausea

Dryness in mouth

Diarrhea

Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)

Fever

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Warning

Lamivir S 40 is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Lamivir S 40 may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive. Lamivir S 40 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lamivir S 40 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Lamivir S 40 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lamivir S 40 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking Lamivir S 40. You may need to stop taking this medicine.

Uses

Lamivir S 40 is used in combination with other anti-viral drugs in the treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection.