Lamivudine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Epivir, Epivir-HBV, 3TC, Heptovir
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may
need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately
if any of
the following side effects occur:
More common - especially in children
Abdominal or stomach pain (severe); feeling of fullness; nausea; sensation or pins and needles; skin rash; stabbing pain; tingling, burning, numbness,
or pain in the hands, arms, feet, or legs; unsteadiness
or awkwardness; vomiting
Rare
Abdominal discomfort; decreased appetite; diarrhea; fast, shallow
breathing; feeling of fullness; fever, chills, or sore throat; general feeling of
discomfort; muscle pain or cramping; nausea; shortness of breath; sleepiness; unusual tiredness or weakness
Incidence not determined
Cough; dark urine; difficulty swallowing; dizziness; fast heartbeat; fever; hives or welts; itching; light-colored stools; puffiness or swelling of the
eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue; redness of skin; tightness in chest; upper right abdominal pain; wheezing; yellow eyes and skinOther side effects may occur that usually do
not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment
as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any
of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common
Canker sores; difficulty in moving; discouragement; ear discharge; ear swelling; feeling sad or empty; general feeling of discomfort or illness; irritability; loss of appetite; loss of interest or pleasure; nasal discharge or
congestion; pain in joints; sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or tongue or inside the mouth; stomach pain or cramps; swollen and
painful spots on neck, armpit, or groin; swollen
joints; trouble concentrating; trouble sleeping; unusually warm skin; weight loss
Other side effects not listed above
may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with
your doctor.
Incidence not determined
Body fat redistribution or accumulation; blurred vision; dry mouth; flushed, dry skin; fruit-like breath odor; hair loss; increased hunger or thirst; increased urination; sweating; thinning of hair
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