Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet

Welcome to the information page for Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet, brought to you by Alkem Laboratories Ltd. This product contains the active ingredient Lamivudine (150mg) + Zidovudine (300mg) + Efavirenz (600mg) and is indicated for Treatment of HIV infection. Here, you can find crucial details, including its uses, pricing, and options to add it to your wishlist or compare it with similar medications.

MRP: ₹ 108
Packing: 3.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Lamivudine (150mg) + Zidovudine (300mg) + Efavirenz (600mg)
Brand: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Uses: Treatment of HIV infection

Description

Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines
It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection
It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome)
Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual
The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach for better efficacy
Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness
A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery
It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it
Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are tiredness, weakness, trouble sleeping, nausea, diarrhea, headache, rash, etc
These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor
This medicine can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy, so it is advised to avoid driving
In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects
Drinking plenty of fluid can help you to coop up with the side effects, so stay hydrated.
Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health condition
Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to check your blood counts and other bodily functions
If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes
Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	N/A

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

In Treatment of HIV infection Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet controls HIV infection by preventing the virus from multiplying in the body
It also helps your immnune system to work better and may decrease your chance of developing HIV-related illnesses such as AIDS
This ensures that you live a long and healthy life
Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit
Taking Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet along with practicing safer sex and making other lifestyle changes may decrease the risk of transmitting the HIV virus to other people.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Cytocom E 150 mg/300 mg/600 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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