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Lamivudine

Clinically reviewed by MedNext Clinical Team. Last reviewed 1 January 2026. See our editorial policy and correction policy.

18 known interactions (3 severe)
5 brand names

Indications

  • HIV infection in combination with other antiretroviral drugs
  • Chronic hepatitis B infection either with compensated liver disease (with evidence of viral replication and histology of active liver inflammation or fibrosis) when first-line treatments cannot be used, or (in combination with another antiviral drug without cross-resistance to lamivudine) with decompensated liver disease

Drug Interactions

3 SevereModerate interactions

18 drug interactions identified for Lamivudine. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.

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Safety Information

🤰Pregnancy guidance available
🤱Breastfeeding guidance available
🫘Renal impairment guidance
🫁Hepatic impairment guidance
⚠️Requires renal dose adjustment

Cautions

Recurrent hepatitis in patients with chronic hepatitis B may occur on discontinuation of lamivudine

Side Effects

Commonneut

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Brand Names

Lamivir(IN, PK)Hepitec(IN)+ 3 more in app
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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset

Last reviewed: 2026

Reviewer: MedNext Clinical Team

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