Last Updated on January 28, 2023 by admin
Description
Lamimat 150 mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine which is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections. This medicine is not a cure for HIV. It only prevents the virus from multiplying in your body. Monitoring of liver function and kidney function may be necessary while receiving this medicine based on the clinical condition.
Side effects:
Major & minor side effects for Lamimat 150 mg Tablet
Chills and fever
Diarrhea
Headache
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Depression
Stuffy nose
Muscle pain
Heartburn
Indigestion
Sore throat
Uses of Lamimat 150 mg Tablet:
What is it prescribed for?
HIV infection
Lamimat 150 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.
Chronic Hepatitis B
Lamimat 150 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of chronic Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
Dosage:
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
General Instructions
Take Lamimat 150 mg Tablet exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Ensure that proper hygiene measures are adopted. Complete the course of treatment to prevent the spread of the infection. Close monitoring of liver function and kidney function may be necessary while receiving this medicine based on the clinical condition.
Overview
INTRODUCTION
Lamimat 150mg Tablet is used in the treatment of HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Lamimat 150mg Tablet is not a cure for HIV or AIDS and only helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body. This helps to lower your risk of getting HIV-related complications and improves your lifespan. It is prescribed in combination with other HIV medicines. Your doctor will recommend the best medicines for you and will decide the doses that you need. Follow carefully the instructions for all the medicines that you are given. It can be taken with or without food. Taking all these medicines regularly at the right times greatly increases their effectiveness and reduces the chances of HIV becoming resistant to them. It is important not to miss doses and to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, diarrhea, and rash. These are usually not serious but tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. Rarely, some people may experience a skin reaction or liver damage. Your doctor will closely monitor you for these in the initial period of treatment.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.
USES OF LAMIMAT TABLET
HIV infection
Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
SIDE EFFECTS OF LAMIMAT TABLET
Common
Headache
Runny nose
Nausea
Fever
Diarrhea
HOW TO USE LAMIMAT TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lamimat 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW LAMIMAT TABLET WORKS
Lamimat 150mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
SAFETY ADVICE
warnings
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lamimat 150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
warnings
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lamimat 150mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
warnings
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lamimat 150mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
warnings
Driving
SAFE
Lamimat 150mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
warnings
Kidney
CAUTION
Lamimat 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lamimat 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
warnings
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lamimat 150mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Lamimat 150mg Tablet is recommended.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE LAMIMAT TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Lamimat 150mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
You have been prescribed Lamimat 150mg Tablet for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
In combination with other medicines, it is used for the treatment of HIV infections.
Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.
Lamimat 150mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication.
You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don’t share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.
During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.
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