Side effect(s) of Lamivudine

Review the side-effects of Lamivudine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Most common - Headache, nausea, uneasiness, fatigue, nasal signs and symptoms, diarrhea and cough.

   Body as a Whole - Fever or chills.

   Gastrointestinal - Vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, abdominal cramps and indigestion.

   Central Nervous System - Nerve disease, sleep disorders, dizziness and depression.

   Skin - Skin rashes.

   Musculoskeletal - Muscle/Joint pain.

Other Precautions :

Advice parents to monitor pediatric patients for symptoms of pancreatitis.

Drug Name : Lamivudine

Lamivudine(Epivir) generic is a potent nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitor (nRTI), prescribed for HIV/AIDS, and hepatitis B either alone or with other medication. It works by reducing the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body.