LAMIVUDINE (Lamivudine) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

LAMIVUDINE

What is the Trade Name for LAMIVUDINE?

Lamivudine

What are the Indications for LAMIVUDINE?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Lamivudine is a nucleoside analogue indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection. Limitations of Use: The dosage of this product is for HIV-1 and not for HBV. Lamivudine is a nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitor indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection. Limitations of Use: The dosage of this product is for HIV-1 and not for HBV. (1)

 

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