3TC (Lamivudine)
Brand: 3TC
Active Ingredient(s): Lamivudine
Pack Size: 30 – 60 Tablets
Store at room temperature.
Manufacturer: Viiv Healthcare Ulc. (Canada)
Alternatives: Apo Lamivudine – Apo Lamivudine HBV – Heptovir
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Description
3TC (Lamivudine) is an antiviral agent. It is typically used in combination with other antiviral agents to help control HIV infection, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). It may also have other uses.
Additional information
3TC (Lamivudine) is typically used once daily. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed. If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist. Administer with or without food. WARNING: Remember that treatment with 3TC does not reduce the risk of passing the infection onto others. You will still be able to pass HIV by sexual contact or by blood transfer and you should use appropriate precautions. Your blood sugar levels (glucose) or levels of fats (lipids) in your blood may increase with HIV treatment. Your doctor may order blood tests for you. If you also have a hepatitis B infection, you should not stop taking 3TC without instructions from your doctor as your hepatitis may worsen/reoccur. It is recommended that HIV-infected women do not breastfeed their infants in order to avoid transmission of HIV from mother to child. The active substance in 3TC is also found in human breast milk. You are recommended not to breastfeed your baby while taking the drug. In addition to its desired action, 3TC (Lamivudine) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause water retention, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea. It may cause low blood pressure, cold extremities, difficulty sleeping. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to lamivudine or any component of the formulation. Taking 3TC (Lamivudine) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. There is no available data regarding the harm of 3TC (Lamivudine) for the fetus, therefore it is not recommended to use it. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with 3TC (Lamivudine) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.3TC (Lamivudine)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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