LAMIVIR S 150MG/40MG TAB - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 Precautions for LAMIVIR S 150MG/40MG TAB and its Constituents
5 Symptoms of Overdosage
6 Common Side-Effects
7 Serious Side-Effects
8 Rare Side-Effects
9 Disease Interactions
10 Technical Classification
11 Available Alternatives for LAMIVIR S 150MG/40MG TAB
- 11.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
- 11.2 What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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Overview

LAMIVIR S 150MG/40MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

LAMIVIR S 150MG/40MG TAB is composed of: LAMIVUDINE (150.0 MG), STAVUDINE (40.0 MG)

Lamivudine is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection. Lamivudine is used in the treatment of HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.

Stavudine is an antiviral medicine that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. Stavudine is used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Usage

LAMIVUDINE is generally used to treat: Hepatitis B, AIDS

STAVUDINE is generally used to treat: AIDS

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Precautions for LAMIVIR S 150MG/40MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of hepatitis B, kidney disease, pancreas disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children less than 2 years old. It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Do not have unprotected sex or share razors or toothbrushes. Talk with your doctor about safe ways to prevent HIV transmission during sex. Sharing drug or medicine needles is never safe, even for a healthy person.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, sugar, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Monitor patients for development of peripheral neuropathy. Redistribution/accumulation of body fat including central obesity may occur. Avoid excess dosage. Avoid drinking alcohol. It may increase your risk of pancreas or liver damage.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LAMIVUDINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

LAMIVUDINE : Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion, Dizziness, Head Headache, Fatigue (tiredness)
STAVUDINE : Diarrhoea, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

LAMIVUDINE : Mood Swings, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes
STAVUDINE : Guillan-Barre Syndrome, Paralysis, Weight Loss (unintentional), Fatigue (tiredness), Fever, Chills, Difficulty Breathing, Cough, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness, Irregular Heartbeat, Slurred Speech

Rare Side-Effects

LAMIVUDINE : Rapid Breathing, Drowsiness, Hands Numbness
STAVUDINE : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Dizziness

Disease Interactions

STAVUDINE can interfere with: Bone Marrow Suppression, Alcoholism, Acute Liver Failure, Pancreatitis, Hyperlipidemia, Peripheral Neuropathy, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

LAMIVUDINE is categorized as: NUCLEOSIDE REVERSE TRANSCRIPTASE INHIBITORS (NRTIS) / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
STAVUDINE is categorized as: NUCLEOSIDE REVERSE TRANSCRIPTASE INHIBITORS (NRTIS) / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for LAMIVIR S 150MG/40MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

EMDUO 150MG/40MG TAB	INR 122.3 for 10 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 40.0 MG
LAMIVIR S 150MG/40MG TAB	INR 706.2 for 60 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 40.0 MG
LAMOSTAD 150MG/40MG TAB	INR 109.9 for 10 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 40.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

EMDUO 150MG/30MG TAB	INR 579.6 for 60 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
EMDUO E 150MG/30MG KIT	INR 102.05 for 3 KIT	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
EMDUO E 40MG/150MG/600MG KIT	INR 98.6 for 3 KIT	EFAVIRENZ 600.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 40.0 MG
EMDUO JUNIOR 150MG/30MG TAB	INR 55.47 for 10 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
EMDUO N 150MG/30MG/200MG KIT	INR 38.45 for 3 KIT	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
EMTRI 150MG/30MG/200MG TAB	INR 551.38 for 30 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
EMTRI 150MG/40MG/200MG TAB	INR 604.9 for 30 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 40.0 MG
EMTRI 40MG/10MG/70MG ORAL SUSP	INR 624.08 for 60 ML ORAL SUSPENSION	NEVIRAPINE 70.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 40.0 MG, STAVUDINE 10.0 MG
EMTRI JUNIOR 40MG/10MG/70MG TAB	INR 77.67 for 10 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 70.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 40.0 MG, STAVUDINE 10.0 MG
EMTRI TAB	INR 1210 for 60 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 40.0 MG, STAVUDINE , NEVIRAPINE
LAMISTAR 150MG/30MG TAB	INR 302.57 for 30 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
LAMIVIR S 150MG/30MG TAB	INR 615.82 for 60 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
LAMIVIR S 150MG/60MG TAB	INR 621 for 7 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 60.0 MG
LAMOSTAD 150MG/30MG TAB	INR 105.57 for 10 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
LAMOSTAD TAB	INR 105.57 for 10 TABLETS	LAMIVUDINE 30.0 MG, STAVUDINE
NEVILAST 150MG/30MG/200MG TAB	INR 592.26 for 30 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
NEVILAST BABY 150MG/30MG/200MG TAB	INR 210 for 30 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
NEVILAST JUNIOR 150MG/30MG/200MG TAB	INR 365.4 for 30 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
STAVEX LN 150MG/30MG/200MG TAB	INR 644 for 30 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
TRIOMUNE 150MG/30MG/200MG TAB	INR 584.61 for 30 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
TRIOMUNE 150MG/40MG/200MG TAB	INR 683.73 for 30 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 40.0 MG
TRIOMUNE JUNIOR 60MG/12MG/100MG TAB	INR 713.32 for 60 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 100.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 60.0 MG, STAVUDINE 12.0 MG
VIROLANS 100MG/30MG/200MG TAB DT	INR 1236.48 for 60 TABLET DT	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 100.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
VIROLANS 150MG/30MG/200MG TAB	INR 1168.75 for 60 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG
VIROLANS 150MG/40MG/200MG TAB	INR 1264.78 for 60 TABLETS	NEVIRAPINE 200.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 40.0 MG
VIROLIS E 30MG/150MG/600MG TAB	INR 99.95 for 3 TABLETS	EFAVIRENZ 600.0 MG, LAMIVUDINE 150.0 MG, STAVUDINE 30.0 MG