Retrolam 150mg Tablet belongs to the group of medications called antiretroviral drugs used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a sexually transmitted infection that, over time, leads to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Chronic hepatitis B is a long-term viral infection caused by the hepatitis B virus.

Retrolam 150mg Tablet contains ‘lamivudine’, which is a ‘nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor’ and works by preventing the development of the virus in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection.

Take Retrolam 150mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Retrolam 150mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headaches, fever, nausea, weakness, diarrhoea, cough, and runny nose. Most of these side effects of Retrolam 150mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Retrolam 150mg Tablet if you are allergic to ‘lamivudine’ or any other contents present in it. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others. This medicine should not be given to adolescents with a history of kidney failure. If you have liver disease, including hepatitis B or C, then you should not take this Retrolam 150mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Retrolam 150mg Tablet belongs to the group of antiretroviral drugs used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. Retrolam 150mg Tablet contains ‘lamivudine’, which is a ‘nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor’ and works by preventing the development of the virus in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection.

• Headache
• Fever
• Nausea
• Weakness
• Diarrhea
• Cough
• Runny nose

Do not take Retrolam 150mg Tablet if you are allergic to ‘lamivudine’ or any other contents present in it. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others. This medicine should not be given to adolescents with a history of kidney failure. If you have liver disease, including hepatitis B or C, then you should not take this Retrolam 150mg Tablet. Hepatitis B has gotten worse when this Retrolam 150mg Tablet was stopped in some people with hepatitis B. If you are overweight, especially women, do not take this Retrolam 150mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have never had hepatitis care before. This medicine contains lactose, so inform your doctor if you have an intolerance to any sugars. People with lactose intolerance Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Retrolam 150mg Tablet may interact with a medication used to treat hepatitis B virus (adefovir dipivoxil), used to treat HIV infection (emtricitabine), antibiotic (cotrimoxazole), anticancer (cladribine, bexarotene), anti-gout medicine (leflunomide).

Drug-food interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-disease interactions: Retrolam 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with pancreatic, severe liver, or kidney diseases.

• ADEFOVIR
• COTRIMOXAZOLE
• CLADRIBINE
• BEXAROTENE
• LEFLUNOMIDE

• Eat a diet with fresh fruits and vegetables.

• Option for lean meat such as skinless chicken and fish. Limit processed and high-sugar foods.

• Avoid acidic foods such as tomatoes, lemons, and oranges.

• Limit alcohol intake and quit smoking.

• Exercise regularly as it promotes both physical and mental health.

• Take the necessary precautions to avoid the spread of infection to other people.

Your doctor may regularly monitor liver function, kidney function, and bone density if you take Retrolam 150mg Tablet.

Human immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV): It is a virus that suppresses the immune system and causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) over time. The suppression of immunity leads to the development of opportunistic infections. It is a life-long condition, and there is no permanent cure. The treatment (antiretroviral therapy) is given to suppress the infection.

Chronic Hepatitis B: A severe and long-term liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It spreads by contact with infected body fluids. The symptoms of this condition are abdominal pain, dark urine, and yellowing of the eyes.