Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg)

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2752

USA Brand Name

Epivir

Strength

150mg+300mg+600mg

Generic Name

Lamivudine+ Zidovudine+ Efavirenz

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz)

## What Is The Generic Name For Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg):

Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz is the generic version for Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg)

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz):

Epivir

## About Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz)

Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) contains three active ingredients, Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz, which is used in the treatment of HIV infection. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer:

Cipla, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg). It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength:

Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) contains three active ingredients, Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz):

Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) is used in the treatment in following conditions:

HIV Infection

## How Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz) Works:

Duovir has three active ingredients, Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz. They prevent HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in the body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in blood.

## Before You Use Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz

You are not having any serious Disease

You do not have Liver/Kidney problems

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid Driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz):

You should not take Duovir -E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Are patient with creatinine clearance less than 50 ml/min

Have severe Liver/Kidney Disease

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the medicine

Have any Kidney or Liver Disease

Have undergone or undergoing a major surgery

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage:

Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) contains three active ingredients, Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz, which is used the treatment of HIV Infection. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) at a fixed time without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take it regularly by time for better effects.

## How Much Of The Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz) to Be Used:

Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) is available in various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores. Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg).

## How To Take The Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz):

Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must gulp down the medicine as a whole with water. Do not try to crush or chew the medicine. Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) must be taken empty stomach.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz):

You are always advised to take Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by the doctor. You are not advised to take it in larger or smaller amount or for a longer time than recommended by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment abruptly on your own as it may cause withdrawal effects.

## Overdose:

You should contact your doctor or visit the nearby hospital immediately if you are suspecting an overdose.

## Missed Dose:

You should try to take every dose of Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) at a fixed time. A missed dose of Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dosage if it is the time for the next dosage. Do not double the dosage for next time if you missed once to make up the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Duovir-E Kit (150 Mg+300 Mg+600 Mg) (Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz):

Chills and fever

Diarrhea

Headache

Fatigue

Depression

Loss of appetite

Stuffy nose

Muscle pain

Sore throat

Chest pain

Cough

Chest tightness

Weight loss

Rash

Itching

Nightmare

Passing gas

Indigestion

Dizziness

Nausea

Weakness

Fever

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)

Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg). It can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Cisplatin

Gentamicin

Methotrexate

Aspirin

Tobramycin

Efavirenz

There are disease interactions with Lamivudine, Zidovudine & Efavirenz which include:

Renal Dysfunction

Hepatic impairment

## Warning And Precaution:

Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Kidney Disease/ Liver Diseases

It may cause drowsiness and dizziness

It should be used with caution due to the increased risk of Immune reconstitution syndrome.

It should be used with caution due to the increased risk of Lactic acidosis

It should be used with caution due to the increased risk of decreased bone mineral density

It may cause pancreatitis in some patients

Always practice safe sex while taking this medicine.

You must exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements

Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Avoid driving or any other physical activity which requires your alertness as this medicine may cause dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness

Regular monitoring of your kidney and liver functions is required

It should be used with caution in pediatric population

Keep out of reach of children

Always read the information thoroughly written on the leaflet of medicine.

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications:

Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for shorter or longer time than recommended by the Doctor.

## Storage:

Store the Duovir-E Kit (150 mg+300 mg+600 mg) at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the medicine should be intact and are not damaged while storing.