Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet | 3 Tablets in 1 Strip

Introduction of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of antiviral medicines indicated for patients aged >12 years and weighing ≥40kg to treat HIV infection, control HIV infection and prevent the development of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg will not cure HIV infection. It will slow the progression of chronic, potentially life-threatening acquired immune deficiency disease (AIDS) and other HIV-related illnesses. It works by preventing the virus from replicating in the body.

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may have side effects such as nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, vomiting, tiredness, rash, headache, etc. If you experience any of these symptoms while taking this medicine, stop taking it and contact your doctor or healthcare professional immediately.

You can take Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet twice daily on an empty stomach. It is important that you take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor to make sure that you continue to take this medicine exactly as prescribed, even if you feel well. Do not stop taking this medicine or make any changes to the dose without the advice of your doctor or other health care professional.

Uses of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection: Cytocom E Tablet is used for the treatment of HIV infection, which attacks and weakens the immune system. The virus can be transmitted by contact with the blood, semen, vaginal fluid or breast milk of an infected person.

Benefits of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

Treatment of HIV infection: Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet works by inhibiting HIV from replicating in the body and improving the immune system's ability to fight infection. Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg can help manage the infection, reduce the risk of complications like new infections and improve quality of life. It is important to note that this tablet is not intended to cure HIV or AIDS and should not be used for post-exposure prophylaxis. Following your doctor's prescribed dosing schedule is essential to maximize the effectiveness of the medicine and minimize the risk of drug-resistant HIV strains. It's important to understand that this medicine does not prevent HIV from becoming transmitted to other people.

Side Effects of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

Cytocom E Tablet may have some adverse reactions. If you experience any of these side effects, you should contact your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways to manage or reduce these side effects.

Most Common Side Effects of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

• Headache
• Tiredness
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Insomnia
• Nightmare

Common Side Effects of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

• Liver problems
• Muscle weakness
• Rashes
• Decreased white blood cell count

How to Use Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet?

Take Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet orally. Take your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor or other health care professional. Do not skip doses. Do not take more or less of this medicine than you are told to take. If you miss a dose of this tablet, take it as soon as you remember and repeat the dose if you remember. If you miss a dose, skip it and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses of this medicine at the same time to make up for a missed dose. Do not crush, break, or chew tablets.

How Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet Works?

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It contains lamivudine, ziduvudine and efavirenz. Lamivudine and Zidovudine are nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). Both work by interfering with a specific enzyme called reverse transcriptase, which is essential for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) to replicate. Efavirenz is another medicine that belongs to a different class of medicines called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs). It also inhibits HIV replication. It works by targeting the enzyme reverse transcriptase. When used in combination, these three drugs work together to reduce the amount of virus in the body and slow the progress of HIV infection.

Safety Advices Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

Liver

Use with Caution

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Kidney

Use with Caution

Alcohol

Unsafe

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

Driving

Unsafe

References

1. Lamivudine 150 Mg/Zidovudine 300 Mg Tablets Co-packaged With Efavirenz 600 Mg Tablets, Strides Arcolab Ltd, Product Leaflet

2. Long-term Efficacy and Safety of Efavirenz Dose Reduction to 200 Mg Once Daily in a Caucasian Patient with Hiv, National Library of Medicine, Avaliable Form

3.  Lamivudine And Zidovudine Tablets Usp, 150 Mg/300 Mg, Strides Arcolab Ltd, India, Product Monograph 

4. Lamivudine/zidovudine Teva 150 Mg/300 Mg Film-coated Tablets, Teva Pharmaceutical Works Private Limited Company, Avaliable From