Epivir (Lamivudine)
Brand Name: Epivir
Generic Name: Lamivudine
Manufacturer/Agent: Glaxosmithkline Pharma
Formulation: syp
Strength: 240ml
Pack size: 1
Trade Price: KES 3,316.40
Retail Price: @ KES 4,421.87
Class: Antiretrovirals (Anti-infectives)
Mechanism of Action:
Synonym: 3tc
Molecular Formulae: C8H11N3O3S = 229.3
Precautions: First trimester of pregnancy. caution in hepatomegaly.
Indications/Uses: Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor used with other agents in hiv infection; 150mg bd, with or without food.
Interactions:
Side Effects: Nausea. vomiting. abdominal pain. diarhoea. insomnia. cough. weakness. fever. rash. alopecia. peripheral neuropathy.