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Abamune Tablet is used to treat HIV infection. It contains Abacavir, which works by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood. It also increases the count of CD4 cells, a type of white blood cell that helps the body to fight infections. In some cases, Abamune Tablet may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, and tiredness. It is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking this medication. HIV-positive women must not breastfeed as HIV infection can be passed to the baby in breast milk.
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About Abamune Tablet
Abamune Tablet belongs to a group of anti-retroviral medicines indicated for the treatment of HIV infection. 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.
Abamune Tablet contains ‘Abacavir’, which works by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood. It also increases the count of CD4 cells, a type of white blood cell that helps the body to fight infections.
In some cases, Abamune Tablet may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, and tiredness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually. However, consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Abamune Tablet does not prevent the spread of HIV infection; hence, practise safe sex and other necessary precautions. Abamune Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent side effects/interactions.
Uses of Abamune Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Abamune Tablet belongs to a group of anti-retroviral medicines called nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) indicated for the treatment of HIV infection. Abamune Tablet contains ‘Abacavir’, which works by decreasing the amount of HIV in the blood. It also increases the count of CD4 cells, a type of white blood cell that helps the body to fight infection.
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Do not take Abamune Tablet if you are allergic to its components. Inform your doctor if you have hepatitis B or C, are overweight, have high blood pressure, diabetes, heart, kidney or liver problems or if you smoke. Talk to your doctor if you develop bone problems, infections or inflammation. The safety and effectiveness of Abamune Tablet in children below three months have not been established. Abamune Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Alcohol
Unsafe
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Abamune Tablet as it may have the risk of developing Osteonecrosis (a condition in which parts of the bone tissue die because of reduced blood supply to the bone).
Pregnancy
Caution
Abamune Tablet is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy. If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Abamune Tablet . There are limited data available on the effect of this medicine in pregnancy. Animal studies have shown carcinogenic effects.
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Avoid breastfeeding while taking Abamune Tablet . HIV-positive women must not breastfeed as HIV infection can be passed to the baby in breast milk.
Driving
Caution
Do not drive or operate machines if you are not alert after taking this medicine.
Liver
Caution
Abamune Tablet is primarily metabolised by the liver. No dose adjustments are necessary for patients with moderate liver impairment. If this medicine is taken in moderate liver conditions, close monitoring of liver functioning is needed. In individuals with moderate or severe hepatic impairment, abacavir should not be used unless absolutely necessary as no clinical data are available.
Kidney
Caution
If you have kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Abamune Tablet . Your doctor may adjust the dose if necessary based on your condition. This medicine is not recommended if you have severe kidney disease.
Children
Caution
The safety and effectiveness of Abamune Tablet in children below three months have not been established. For children above three months, the dose, dosage form and duration will be determined by the doctor based on the child’s body weight.
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