Abalam Tablet
Prescription Required
Marketed By
Hetero Healthcare Limited
Pack of
30 tablet
Salt Composition
Abacavir (600mg)+Lamivudine (300mg)
Storage
Keep in cold place
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Overview
Abalam (Abacavir and Lamivudine) tablet is a combination of two antiretroviral medicines. It is used in the treatment of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. This medication is not a permanent cure for HIV infection. It helps to boost your immune system to fight against infection prevents the virus from multiplying and also increases the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood. It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. It is advisable not to change your regular dosing schedule without taking suggestions from your doctor. If you experience any signs and symptoms while receiving this medicine, inform your doctor immediately.
Indication
HIV
Description
Abacavir (Abalam):- It is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) with activity against Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1). It is phosphorylated to active metabolites competing for incorporation into viral DNA. They work to inhibit the HIV reverse transcriptase enzyme competitively and act as a chain terminator of DNA synthesis.
Lamivudine (Abalam):- It is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) with activity against Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) and Hepatitis B (HBV) to disrupt viral DNA synthesis. It can form active metabolites when phosphorylated, that compete for incorporation into viral DNA. Via DNA incorporation, lamivudine metabolites work to inhibit the activity of the HIV reverse transcriptase enzyme and then act as a chain terminator of DNA synthesis.
Side Effects
Following are the possible side effects that can occur during your treatment with Abalam. Contact your medical practitioner immediately if any of the above-mentioned side effects appear.
Trouble sleeping
Loss of strength
Fatigue
Sore throat
Swollen lymph nodes
Loss of appetite
Seizures
Cough
Unusual weakness
Blurred vision
Loss of weight
Nausea
Insomnia
How To Use
Abalam tablet is a combination of two anti-HIV medicines: Abacavir and Lamivudine. This antiviral medication prevents the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. This medication helps to delay the production of HIV infection and improves the quality of life. Do not take this medicine in the wrong way as it may lead to some serious side effects. If you experience any signs and symptoms while receiving this medicine, inform your doctor immediately. Do not skip or miss the dosing schedule. This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Store this medicine at room temperature. Protect it from moisture and heat.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafe
Do not consume alcohol while taking Abalam
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take Abalam without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Do not take Abalam if you're breastfeeding. Consultation of the doctor is advised.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of Abalam.
Kidney
precaution
Do not take Abalam without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
precaution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking Abalam.
Missed Doses
It is advisable not to miss a dose. If you miss a scheduled dose of Abalam tablets, contact your doctor immediately.
FAQs
Abalam tablet is an antiviral medication that prevents the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body.
This medication helps to boost your immune system to fight against infection and also increases the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.
It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Abalam medicine is not recommended during pregnancy.
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MARKETER DETAILS
Hetero Healthcare Limited
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