Lamivudine/nevirapine/zidovudine explained

Type:combo
Component1:Lamivudine
Class1:nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor
Component2:Nevirapine
Class2:non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor
Component3:Zidovudine
Class3:nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor
Tradename:Duovir-N, Zidovex-LN, others
Cas Number:1256374-17-0
Atc Prefix:J05
Atc Suffix:AR05
Chemspiderid:none

Lamivudine/nevirapine/zidovudine (3TC/NVP/AZT) is a fixed-dose combination antiretroviral medication used to treat HIV/AIDS. It contains lamivudine, nevirapine, and zidovudine. It is either used by itself or along with other antiretrovirals. It is a recommended treatment in those who are pregnant. It is taken by mouth twice a day.[1]

The medication is generally well tolerated.[2] Side effects are those of the underlying medications.[1] This includes rash, pancreatitis, low white blood cell levels, and muscle pain.[2] Use is not recommended in those with significant liver problems.[2] Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding appear to be safe.[2] The combination tablet is typically not appropriate for children.[1]

It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.[3] The combination is not commercially available in the United States as of 2018.[4]

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Notes and References

  1. Book: WHO Model Formulary 2008 . 2009 . 9789241547659 . ((World Health Organization)) . Stuart MC, Kouimtzi M, Hill SR . 10665/44053 . World Health Organization . World Health Organization . free . 157, 161 .
  2. Web site: Nevirapine, zidovudine and lamivudine. aidsmap. 18 December 2016. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20161220154749/http://www.aidsmap.com/files/file1000143.pdf. 20 December 2016.
  3. Book: ((World Health Organization)) . World Health Organization model list of essential medicines: 21st list 2019 . 2019 . 10665/325771 . World Health Organization . World Health Organization . Geneva . WHO/MVP/EMP/IAU/2019.06. License: CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 IGO . free .
  4. Web site: Drugs@FDA: FDA Approved Drug Products. www.accessdata.fda.gov. 6 January 2018.