Precautions and Warnings With Abacavir/Lamivudine/Zidovudine (Cont.)

Who Should Not Take Abacavir/Lamivudine/Zidovudine?

You should not take abacavir/lamivudine/zidovudine if you:
 
  • Are allergic to abacavir, lamivudine, zidovudine, or any inactive components used to make the medication. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive components.
     
  • Have decreased liver function, usually caused by liver disease (such as liver failure or cirrhosis).
     

Abacavir/Lamivudine/Zidovudine Warnings and Precautions: Final Thoughts

There are a number of situations in which abacavir/lamivudine/zidovudine should not be taken, as well as several precautions and warnings people should be aware of before starting the medication. However, it is possible that not all the warnings or precautions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about the specific abacavir/lamivudine/zidovudine warnings and precautions that may apply to you.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;