Combivir

Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine may be described as a combination of Lamivudine and Zidovudine which belongs to the class of medications called nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). This medication only provides a temporary cure.

Furthermore, generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine contains colloidal silicon dioxide, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, sodium starch glycolate and titanium dioxide.

Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine is used to effectively slow down the damage caused by HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). This virus in turn causes AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

Furthermore, in order to produce new viruses the HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) must manufacture new DNA for every single virus. This virus requires reverse transcriptase which is a particular enzyme that forms the new DNA. Generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine are used to effectively block the activity of reverse transcriptase thereby blocking the formation of new viruses and DNA.

Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine is available in tablet form with combination strengths of Lamivudine 150mg and Zidovudine 300mg respectively. This medication must be swallowed with a glass of water either with or without food. In the case of an HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection the general recommended dosage in the case of adults and children above 12 years of age is one tablet twice a day. However, you must be sure to consult your health care professional before taking generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine.

Furthermore, you must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine you do not understand. You must also be sure to take generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your dose must be gradually decreased, since certain conditions may worsen when generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine is abruptly discontinued. Keep in mind that Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine is not to be used in the case of children less than 12 years of age.

While on an ongoing course of Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

• Sometimes, generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine may cause the patient to experience dizziness, loss of appetite, body sores, myalgia, nausea, skin rashes, insomnia, abdominal cramps, breast enlargement and chills.

• Furthermore, Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine may cause the patient to experience a cough, diarrhea, headaches, vomiting, fatigue, constipation, a tingling sensation, hives and a change of taste in one’s mouth.

• Lastly, generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine may cause the patient to experience partial discoloration of one’s mouth and fingernails, back pain, sudden weight loss or gain, fever, anxiety, an itching sensation, a persistent sore throat, sudden hair loss and blisters.

If you are on an ongoing course of Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements or herbal products whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

• Sometimes, Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine interacts with various medications, such as Doxorubicin, Ganciclovir, Interferon, Ribavirin, Stavudine and Trimethoprim.

• Furthermore, generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine interacts with various medications, such as Sulfamethoxazole, Zalcitabine, Emtricitabine, Phenytoin, Fluconazole and Pyrimethamine.

• Lastly, Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine interacts with various medications, such as Dapsone, Flucytosine, Pentamidine, Retrovir, Epzicom and Trizivir.

In case of an overdose of Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Sometimes, an overdose of generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine may cause the patient to experience nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, drowsiness or a confused state of mind.

Your health care professional may order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine, monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else take your prescribed dosage of generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, while on an ongoing course of Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery, you must consult your health care professional. If you conceive whilst on a course of generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breast feeding or planning to conceive. Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine may or may not pass into breast milk.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine. It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine, you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

It is important that you do not take a double dose of Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

You must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.

Store generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. But, speak with your pharmacist or health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard your unused generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine medication.

• It is very important for the patient to know that before consuming Combivir generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from pancreatitis, kidney complications, hepatitis B, cirrhosis or anemia.

• Furthermore, it is very important for the patient to know that before consuming generic Lamivudine and Zidovudine they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from low amounts of folic acid or vitamin B12 within the blood, liver complications, hepatitis C, neutropenia or bone marrow suppression.