In Treatment of HIV infection A-Bec Tablet decreases the amount of HIV in the body. It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better. This ensures a long and healthy life. This drug is usually given in combination with other medicines. Avoid skipping doses and follow the doctor?s instructions carefully to get maximum benefits.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. A-Bec Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with A-Bec Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of A-Bec Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
A-Bec Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether A-Bec Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor. | - Kidney : CAUTION
A-Bec Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.Talk to your doctor in case you have serious kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION
A-Bec Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.Use of A-Bec Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.
If you miss a dose of A-Bec 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.
Is A-Bec Tablet safe?::: A-Bec Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.| How does A-Bec Tablet work?::: A-Bec Tablet works by blocking the function of an enzyme, called reverse transcriptase, which is responsible for the HIV replication process. This helps to reduce the level of HIV in the blood.| What is A-Bec Tablet? What is it used for?::: A-Bec Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antiretrovirals. It is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which if not controlled can cause AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Effective control of HIV can also improve the working of the immune system.| Is A-Bec Tablet effective?::: A-Bec Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using A-Bec Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.| What is A-Bec Tablet hypersensitivity reaction?::: The use of A-Bec Tablet may cause a serious or life-threatening allergic or hypersensitivity reaction. In this, one may experience fever, skin rash, nausea, vomit, diarrhea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, severe tiredness and headache. Other symptoms of hypersensitivity may include joint or muscle pain, swelling of the neck, shortness of breath, sore throat, cough and occasionally inflammation of the eye (conjunctivitis), mouth ulcers, low blood pressure, tingling or numbness of the hands or feet. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms and stop taking A-Bec Tablet immediately.| What if I forget to take a dose of A-Bec Tablet?::: If you forget a dose of A-Bec Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
A-Bec Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
-Carbamazepine (Oral Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Carbamazepine may reduce blood levels of Abacavir.
| -Fosphenytoin (Injection Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Fosphenytoin may reduce blood levels of Abacavir.
| -Interferon Alpha 2A (Injection Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may increase the risk of lactic acid buildup in the blood and functional damage to the liver in patients with hepatitis C.
| -Orlistat (Oral Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor the effects of Abacavir and adjust the doses as per the observations. Orlistat may reduce the absorption of Abacavir.
| -Phenobarbitone (Oral Route): Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Phenobarbitone may reduce blood levels of Abacavir.