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- The proper way to use
- Precautions to keep in mind
- Common known side effects
The proper way to use
Lamivudine and zidovudine combination may be taken with food or on an empty stomach.
Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. Also, do not stop taking lamivudine and zidovudine combination without checking with your doctor first.
Keep taking lamivudine and zidovudine combination for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better.
This medicine works best when there is a constant amount in the blood. To help keep the amount constant, do not miss any doses. If you need help in planning the best times to take your medicine, check with your health care professional.
Only take medicine that your doctor has prescribed specifically for you. Do not share your medicine with others.
Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
Lamivudine and zidovudine combination contains a fixed amount of each medicine.
- For oral dosage form (tablets):
- For human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection:
- Adults and teenagers who weigh more than 50 kilograms (kg) (110 pounds)—150 milligrams (mg) of lamivudine and 300 mg of zidovudine (equivalent to one tablet) two times a day.
- Adults and teenagers who weigh 50 kg (110 pounds) or less—Use is not recommended.
- Children—Use is not recommended.
- For human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection:
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
