Abacavir and lamivudine

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Abacavir and lamivudine - Epzicom ©

Usual Dosing (Adults)

HIV: 1 tablet (abacavir 600 mg and lamivudine 300 mg) once daily.

Renal Dosing

[CRCL <50 ml/min]:

Dose Adjustment:
Because it is a fixed-dose tablet, EPZICOM should not be prescribed for patients requiring dosage adjustment such as those with creatinine clearance <50 mL/min, those with hepatic impairment, or those experiencing dose-limiting adverse events. Use of EPIVIR Oral Solution and ZIAGEN Oral Solution may be considered.

Hemodialysis

Use not recommended

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