Treating HIV infection in combination with other medicines. Lamidine is a nucleoside analogue. It works by blocking the growth of HIV.
Important safety information:
Lamidine may cause drowsiness or dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Lamidine with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
When your medicine supply is low, get more from your doctor or pharmacist as soon as you can. Do not stop taking Lamidine, even for a short period of time. If you do, the virus may grow resistant to the medicine and become harder to treat.
Lamidine is not a cure for HIV infection. Patients may still get illnesses and infections associated with HIV. Remain under the care of your doctor.
Lamidine does not stop the spread of HIV to others through blood or sexual contact. Use barrier methods of birth control if you have HIV infection. Do not share needles, injection supplies, or items like toothbrushes or razors.
Lamidine may improve immune system function. This may reveal hidden infections in some patients. Tell your doctor right away if you notice symptoms of infection (eg, fever, sore throat, weakness, cough, shortness of breath) after you start Lamidine.
Cases of worsening liver disease have been reported when Lamidine is stopped in patients with both HIV and HBV infection. Discuss any medicine changes with your doctor.
If you have HBV infection, your doctor will perform lab tests for several months after you stop taking Lamidine. Some patients have had worsening HBV after stopping use of Lamidine. Tell your doctor about any new or unusual symptoms that you notice after stopping treatment.
Diabetes patients - Lamidine may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Changes in body fat (eg, an increased amount of fat in the upper back, neck, breast, and trunk, and loss of fat from the legs, arms, and face) may occur in some patients taking Lamidine. The cause and long-term effects of these changes are unknown. Discuss any concerns with your doctor.
Lab tests, including liver and kidney function tests, may be performed while you use Lamidine. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Lamidine with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Use Lamidine with caution in CHILDREN; they may be more likely to experience certain side effects, including pancreas problems, wheezing, ear pain or swelling, or swollen lymph nodes.
Lamidine should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN who are younger than 3 months old or who weigh less than 31 pounds; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Lamidine while you are pregnant. Lamidine is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Lamidine. Mothers infected with HIV should not breast-feed. There is a risk of passing the HIV infection or Lamidine to the baby.
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Lamidine side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Cough; diarrhea; dizziness; general body discomfort; headache; loss of appetite; mild mouth pain or swelling; muscle or joint pain; nausea; runny/stuffy nose; stomach pain or cramps; tiredness; trouble sleeping; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); burning, numbness, or tingling sensation; dark urine; ear pain or discharge; fever, chills, or sore throat; mental or mood changes; pale stools; persistent loss of appetite; severe or persistent muscle pain, ache, or tenderness; severe or persistent nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; severe or persistent stomach pain or tenderness; swollen lymph nodes; symptoms of lactic acidosis (eg, fast or difficult breathing; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; severe or persistent weakness or tiredness; unusual drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness; unusual feeling of cold in the arms or legs; wheezing); yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Dailymed."Lamivudine: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Can Lamidine be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Lamidine?
Some medical conditions may interact with Lamidine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of muscle problems, pancreas problems, abnormal blood cell counts, liver disease (eg, hepatitis) or other liver problems (eg, abnormal liver function tests), kidney problems, diabetes, lactic acidosis, or a nerve disorder
if you are very overweight
if the patient is a child who has a history of pancreas problems or who has previously taken other medicine for HIV infection
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Lamidine. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Interferon alfa or ribavirin because severe liver problems may occur
Emtricitabine, other medicines that contain Lamidine, or trimethoprim because they may increase the risk of lamivudine's side effects
Zalcitabine because it may decrease lamivudine's effectiveness
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Lamidine may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Lamidine?
Use Lamidine as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Lamidine by mouth with or without food.
Continue to take Lamidine even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
Taking Lamidine at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
If you miss a dose of Lamidine, take it as soon as possible. If it is within 2 hours of your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lamidine.
Can Lamidine be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Lamidine be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Lamidine, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Lamidine. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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When is the best condition to take Lamidine: Before or after food? Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Lamidine is best taken at Empty stomach. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
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