Agents Used in Antiretroviral Therapy

  • Authors: Philip Grant, MD (More Info)
  • Editors in Chief: Daniel R. Kuritzkes, MD; Joseph J. Eron, Jr., MD
  • Last Reviewed: 4/9/19 (What's New)

Summary

  • Lamivudine is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for treatment of HIV infection[FDA Lamivudine]
  • Lamivudine is administered at an oral dose of either 300 mg once daily or 150 mg twice daily
    • Dose should be adjusted in patients with renal insufficiency (Table 5)[FDA Lamivudine]

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Keywords: Cardiovascular Disease, Hematologic Complications, Initial Antiretroviral Therapy, Mitochondrial Disorders, Neurologic Complications, Special Populations, Treatment Complications, Viral Hepatitis Coinfection

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