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Brand Name : Trizivir
Generic Name : abacavir-lamivudine-zidovudine (oral) (a BACK a veer, la MIV yoo deen, zye DOE vyoo deen)

Overview (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
This medication is used to treat HIV, which causes the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). This medication is not a cure for HIV or AIDS. This medication may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. This medication should not be given to people who weigh less than 90 pounds. What is the most important information I should know about abacavir-lamivudine-zidovudine (Trizivir)? Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: fever; rash; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain; general tiredness, body aches; shortness of breath, cough, sore throat. Once you have had an allergic reaction to this medication, you must never use it again. Read the Warning Card that comes with this medication, and carry it with you at all times so you will know the symptoms of allergic reaction to watch for. You may need a blood test before you start taking this medication for the first time, or if you are restarting the medication after stopping for reasons not related to an allergic reaction. Do not allow this medicine to run out completely before you get your prescription refilled. If you miss several doses, you could have a dangerous or even fatal allergic reaction when you start taking the medicine again. If you stop taking this medication for any reason, talk to your doctor before you start taking the medication again. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking abac ...
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Side Effects (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to abacavir: Group 1 - fever; ; Group 2 - rash; ; Group 3 - nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain; ; Group 4 - general tiredness, body aches; ; Group 5 - shortness of breath, cough, sore throat. . Once you have had an allergic reaction to abacavir, you must never use it again. If you stop taking Trizivir for any reason, talk to your doctor before you start taking the medication again. You may have other serious side effects that may not be signs of an allergic reaction. Continue using this medicine and call your doctor if you have any of these side effects: stomach pain, low fever, lost appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); ; muscle pain or weakness, numb or tingly feeling, and nausea with vomiting; ; fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; ; white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips. . Less serious side effects may include: changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your arms, legs, face, neck, breasts, and trunk); ; sleep problems or strange dreams; ; headache, depression, anxiety; or ; mild diarrhea. . This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. ...
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