Information on Lamivudine/Zidovudine

• Lamivudine/Zidovudine

Lamivudine/zidovudine, a prescription drug, helps prevent the HIV virus from spreading to uninfected cells. This eMedTV resource describes the medication in detail, explaining how it works, when and how it should be taken, side effects, and more.

• Side Effects of Lamivudine/Zidovudine

Because side effects of lamivudine/zidovudine are possible, this eMedTV article provides a list of the most common ones. Information is also provided on rare but potentially serious side effects that may require immediate medical attention.

• What Is Lamivudine/Zidovudine Used For?

This page of the eMedTV Web site explains what lamivudine/zidovudine is used for (treating and preventing HIV infection and AIDS), discusses off-label uses for the combination drug, and also addresses how it is used in children.

• Lamivudine/Zidovudine Dosing

As this eMedTV page explains, everyone takes the same dose of lamivudine/zidovudine, regardless of weight or other factors. This page explains what that dose is, why this is the case, and offers lamivudine/zidovudine dosing guidelines.

• Drug Interactions With Lamivudine/Zidovudine

Drug interactions with lamivudine/zidovudine can occur if it is taken with valproic acid or ritonavir. This eMedTV resource lists other drugs that can cause interactions, explains the negative results, and describes how they may be avoided.

• Precautions and Warnings With Lamivudine/Zidovudine

This eMedTV page provides several precautions and warnings with lamivudine/zidovudine that you should be aware of before taking it. This includes possible side effects, conditions to tell your doctor about, and people who should avoid the drug.