Abacavir Sulfate-Lamivudine

Alternate Name: Epzicom

Description: Epzicom is prescribed for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Abacavir/lamivudine is the generic version of Epzicom. On average Epzicom is quite expensive, at about $1,605 for a supply of 30, 600 mg/300 mg tablets. However, you can use our free LowerMyRx coupon card to save significantly on Epzicom prices at a participating pharmacy near you.

Dosage Form: Tablet

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Antiretroviral Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 600-300 MG

Warnings: Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease (including hepatitis), diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or pancreas problems. Tell your doctor if you smoke. Do not breastfeed. You can spread HIV or AIDS to your baby through your breast milk. This medicine may cause the following problems:Lactic acidosisLiver problemsIncreased risk of heart attack Ask your pharmacist for a warning card that lists the symptoms of an allergic reaction. Carry the card with you at all times. Do not stop using this medicine unless your doctor tells you otherwise. If you stop the medicine even for a short time, the virus may become harder to treat or you may be more likely to have an allergic reaction. Your immune system may get stronger when you start using HIV medicines. This could cause a hidden infection in your body to become active. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any changes in your health. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Always practice safe sex, even if your partner also has HIV. If you stop taking this medicine or do not take it as prescribed, you may spread HIV to others. Do not reuse or share needles, or other items, that may have blood or body fluids on them.

Food Warnings: Ask your pharmacist for a warning card that lists the symptoms of an allergic reaction. Carry the card with you at all times., Some medicines can affect how abacavir/lamivudine works. Tell your doctor if you are using methadone, riociguat, or sorbitol., Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol., This medicine may cause the following problems:Serious allergic reactionLactic acidosisLiver problemsIncreased risk of heart attack, Do not stop using this medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so. If you stop the medicine even for a short time, the virus may become harder to treat or you may be more likely to have an allergic reaction., Your immune system may get stronger when you start taking HIV medicines. This could cause a hidden infection in your body to become active. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any changes in your health., This medicine will not keep you from giving HIV to others. Always practice safe sex, even if your partner also has HIV. Do not share needles or other items that may have blood or body fluids on them., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments., Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.