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tablet is a combination of antiretroviral medications containing lamivudine, nevirapine, and zidovudine as its active ingredients, used in the treatment of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It helps improve the immune system, enabling the body to fight against HIV and manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). You can take tablet with or without food.

To enhance its effectiveness, it is important to take these medications regularly at the same time each day. Do not miss a dose, as doing so can impact your recovery. Complete the full course of treatment until your physician advises you to stop.

Sudden discontinuation of treatment may reduce the medication's effectiveness. Common side effects of this medication include headaches, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and rash. These side effects are typically temporary; however, if they persist or worsen, inform your doctor.

If you experience any signs of hypersensitivity, seek medical attention immediately. Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids can help manage side effects.

Dosage

Overdose

There is limited information available regarding overdose with this combination. In case of suspected overdose, you should seek immediate medical attention for appropriate monitoring and supportive treatment.

Missed a Dose

If you miss a dose, you should take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• tablet works by inhibiting the HIV reverse transcriptase enzyme, which is essential for viral replication.
• Lamivudine and zidovudine are converted inside the body into active triphosphate forms that cause premature termination of viral DNA synthesis.
• Nevirapine binds directly to reverse transcriptase and disrupts its catalytic activity.
• Together, these actions reduce the ability of HIV-1 to multiply in the body.

Directions for Use

Consume tablet as prescribed by your physician. Ingest it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Duovir N Tablet can be taken either with or without meals.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I tablet During Pregnancy?

Pregnant women should use tablet only if clearly needed and prescribed by a doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I tablet While Breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding is not recommended in HIV-infected mothers. Lamivudine and zidovudine are excreted in breast milk, and nevirapine is also present in breast milk.

Driving

Can I Drive If I Have Taken tablet?

tablet does not specifically impair driving ability. However, if you experience dizziness, fatigue, or other side effects, you should avoid driving or operating machinery.

Alcohol

Can I Consume Alcohol With tablet?

Alcohol consumption may increase the risk of liver toxicity. You should avoid or limit alcohol intake while taking tablet and consult your doctor for guidance.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have kidney disease or reduced kidney function.
• You have liver disease, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C.
• You have HIV and hepatitis B virus (HBV) co-infection.
• You have a history of severe skin reactions or hypersensitivity to medicines.
• You have anemia, low hemoglobin levels, or low white blood cell counts.
• You have bone marrow problems or a history of blood disorders.
• You have experienced muscle weakness or muscle pain.
• You have risk factors for liver disease or are overweight.
• You are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
• You are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed.
• You are taking medicines that affect liver function.
• You are taking methadone, rifampicin, antifungal medicines, or hormonal contraceptives.
• You are using St. John’s wort or herbal products containing it.
• You develop rash, fever, fatigue, nausea, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine.
• You require regular blood tests to monitor liver function and blood cell counts.
• You plan to stop this medicine suddenly, especially if you have hepatitis B infection.
• You expect this medicine to cure HIV infection.

Contraindications

If you have ever had a serious allergic reaction to lamivudine, nevirapine, or zidovudine, you must not take this medication.

Side effects

• Rash
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Muscle pain
• Diarrhea
• Nausea

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Other antiretroviral medicines containing lamivudine, nevirapine, or zidovudine should not be taken with this medicine, as it may result in duplication of therapy.
• Abacavir-containing fixed-dose combinations that include lamivudine and zidovudine may increase the risk of adverse effects when used together.
• Rifampicin and rifabutin can significantly reduce nevirapine plasma concentrations and may reduce its effectiveness.
• Antifungal agents, such as ketoconazole or fluconazole, can alter nevirapine plasma concentrations.
• Methadone levels may decrease due to nevirapine, which can result in withdrawal symptoms and may require dose adjustment.
• Oral contraceptives and other hormonal birth control methods may become less effective when taken with nevirapine.
• Medicines metabolized by liver enzymes (e.g., CYP3A4 or CYP2B6) may have reduced plasma concentrations when co-administered with nevirapine.
• Medicines used to treat tuberculosis, fungal infections, or seizures may require dose adjustments when used together with this medicine.
• Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole may increase lamivudine levels in the body.
• Valproic acid, atovaquone, and fluconazole may increase zidovudine exposure.
• Ribavirin may interfere with the activation of lamivudine and zidovudine and increase the risk of liver toxicity.
• Interferon alfa, with or without ribavirin, may increase the risk of serious liver-related adverse effects.
• St. John’s wort or herbal products containing it can significantly reduce nevirapine levels and should be avoided.
• All prescription, non-prescription, and herbal medicines should be reviewed before starting this treatment.

Interactions with food items

• You can take this medicine with or without food.
• Food does not affect how the medicine works.
• You can take it with meals or on an empty stomach.
• You should take it the same way each day.
• You should avoid St. John’s wort.

Storage and disposal

You should store the tablets at room temperature and protect them from moisture. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Dispose of unused tablets in accordance with local biomedical waste guidelines or as advised by a healthcare professional.