Basic Information On Epzicom
Epzicom is used in adjunction with other retroviral drugs to treat HIV-1 infection. HIV virus disrupts the function of the body’s immune system. This drug prevents the HIV from reproducing and thus reduces the amount of HIV in your body and in turn helps the immune system function better. This drug additionally reduces the risk of you developing complications related to HIV. It belongs to the class of drugs known as nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI.) Epzicom can only treat HIV infection. It is not a cure for the disease. The drug does not help in stopping the spread of HIV to other individuals through blood or sexual relations.
Precautions / Side Effects For Epzicom
This medicine is a combination of two drugs, abacavir and lamivudine. You should not take this drug if you have previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to abacavir or lamivudine or to other inactive ingredients of the drug. Before your doctor prescribes you this medication, he should be made aware of your entire medical history including renal disorders, hepatic problems as hepatitis B, C or cirrhosis, pancreatic disorders or alcoholism. Brand or generic Epzicom might slightly increase the risk of heart attacks, so make sure you have discussed with your doctor all the risks, especially if you have a history of heart trouble. During pregnancy, the medicine should be used only if the doctor says so. Do not breast-feed while using this drug.
Discontinue the use of this drug if you experience reactions like fever, skin rash, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat, abdominal pain, tiredness, or shortness of breath. Some serious side effects of the drug include jaundice, dark colored urine, reduced hunger, depression, anemia, or clay colored stools. In case of any of these, contact your doctor immediately. Use of Epzicom can cause alterations in body fat, and consequently the body shape might change.
Epzicom Dosage
It is available as tablets of strengths 300 mg or 600 mg. The drug can be taken with or without food. For adults, the suggested dose is one 600 mg/300 mg tablet daily, in combination with other retroviral agents. The doctor will suggest the strength based on your condition and requirements. Epzicom drug can be taken with or without food. Ideally, it should be taken at the same time daily.
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