Abalam Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antiretrovirals used to treat HIV infection. Abalam Tablet helps decrease the chance of developing AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system and destroys the white blood cells that help in fighting infection, making the individual susceptible to other infections or illnesses.

Abalam Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Abacavir and Lamivudine. Both Abacavir and Lamivudine are nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Abalam Tablet works by interfering with the working of nucleotide and nucleoside reverse transcriptase enzymes necessary for virus reproduction. Together, Abalam Tablet helps in treating HIV infection.

Take Abalam Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Abalam Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience headaches, tiredness, dizziness, nausea, diarrhoea, rash, and fever. Most of these side effects of Abalam Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any components present in Abalam Tablet or other medicines or foods (e.g. soya or peanut). If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please consult a doctor before taking Abalam Tablet . Avoid breastfeeding while taking Abalam Tablet as it may pass into breast milk. Abalam Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. You are advised to avoid alcohol consumption with Abalam Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage. Drive only if you are alert, as Abalam Tablet may cause dizziness.

Abalam Tablet is a combination of two drugs, Abacavir and Lamivudine, used to treat HIV infection. Both Abacavir and Lamivudine are nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Abalam Tablet interferes with the working of nucleotide and nucleoside reverse transcriptase enzymes necessary for virus reproduction. Thus, Abalam Tablet helps in treating HIV infection. Taking Abalam Tablet along with practising safe sex and lifestyle changes may reduce the risk of getting or transmitting HIV to others.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Abalam Tablet may interact with anticancer medications (e.g. bexarotene, pexidartinib), HIV medications (e.g. emtricitabine, zalcitabine), antirheumatic drugs (e.g. leflunomide), cholesterol-lowering medications (e.g. lomitapide, mipomersen), certain medicines used to treat high levels of cortisol (e.g. levoketoconazole) and medicines used to multiple sclerosis (e.g. teriflunomide).

Drug-Food Interactions: alcohol consumption should be avoided with Abalam Tablet . Abalam Tablet may interact with alcohol and alcohol-containing beverages. Therefore, avoid alcohol intake and Abalam Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Abalam Tablet may interact with disease conditions, including kidney or liver impairments and pancreatic disorders (pancreatitis).

• BEXAROTENE
• PEXIDARTINIB
• EMTRICITABINE
• ZALCITABINE
• LEFLUNOMIDE
• LOMITAPIDE
• MIPOMERSEN
• LEVOKETOCONAZOLE
• TERIFLUNOMIDE

• Practise safe sex by using condoms; it helps in reducing contact with semen and vaginal fluids.
• Never share personal items that can have body fluids or blood on them, such as razor blades or toothbrushes.
• Avoid sharing used needles, other injection or drug equipment.
• Get tested for other sexually transmitted infections, such as gonorrhoea or syphilis, as they can make you prone to HIV infection.
• Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Eat vitamin and nutrient-rich food such as dark green, yellow, orange, and red vegetables and fruits as it helps to boost your immune system. Opt for lean protein and whole grains.
• Avoid eating raw meat and eggs. Consume properly boiled and cooked meat, poultry or seafood.
• Eat bland and low-fat foods, and avoid spicy or oily foods if you experience nausea or vomiting.
• Try to reduce emotional and physical stress by spending time with your family or doing whatever makes you happy.