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Lamivudine ( la-MI-vyoo-deen) and zidovudine (zye-DOE-vyoo-deen ) combination is used in the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. HIV is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Lamivudine and Zidovudine combination will not cure or prevent HIV infection or the symptoms of AIDS; however, it helps keep HIV from reproducing, and appears to slow down the destruction of the immune system. This may help delay the development of serious health problems usually related to AIDS or HIV infection. Lamivudine and Zidovudine combination will not keep you from spreading HIV to other people. People who receive Lamivudine and Zidovudine may continue to have other problems usually related to AIDS or HIV infection. The zidovudine component of Lamivudine and Zidovudine may cause some serious side effects, including bone marrow problems. Symptoms of bone marrow problems include fever, chills, sore throat, pale skin, and unusual tiredness or weakness. These problems may require blood transfusion or temporarily stopping treatment with Lamivudine and Zidovudine combination. Check with your doctor if any new health problems or symptoms occur while you are taking Lamivudine and Zidovudine combination. Lamivudine and Zidovudine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Oral Tablets (U.S.) The combination of Lamivudine and Zidovudine is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in patients with or without acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Lamivudine and Zidovudine are in a class of antiviral medications called synthetic nucleoside analogues. They work by slowing the spread of HIV infection in the body. Lamivudine and Zidovudine is not a cure and may not decrease the number of HIV-related illnesses. Lamivudine and Zidovudine does not prevent the spread of HIV to other people. The combination of Lamivudine and Zidovudine comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken twice a day with or without food. To help you remember to take this medication, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Lamivudine and Zidovudine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Lamivudine and Zidovudine controls HIV infection but does not cure it. Continue to take Lamivudine and Zidovudine even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Lamivudine and Zidovudine without talking to your doctor. Brand names: - Combivir - Lamivudine and Zidovudine |