Abac (Abacavir)


Brand Name: Abac

Generic Name: Abacavir

Manufacturer/Agent: Ranbaxy Labs


Formulation: tabs

Strength: 300 mg

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Class: Antiretrovirals (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C14H18N6O = 286.3

Precautions: Monitor for hypersensitivity.

Indications/Uses: Reverse transcriptase inhibitor used with other agents in hiv infection; 300mg bd, children 8mg/kg; with or without food.

Interactions: Alcohol inhibits elimination of abacavir. increased levels of amprenavir.

Side Effects: Severe, sometimes fatal hypersensitivity reactions, mimicking influenza, occur in about 4% of patients. fever. dyspnoea. malaise. pancreatitis.