Albavir Tablet

Albavir Tablet – Abacavir 600 mg + Lamivudine 300 mg by Mylan

Albavir Tablet is a fixed-dose combination of Abacavir 600 mg (as Abacavir Sulphate IP) and Lamivudine IP 300 mg, supplied by Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. – a Viatris company – and manufactured at Mylan Laboratories Limited, Nashik. Both actives are nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) that stop HIV from multiplying, lowering the viral load and helping CD4 cell counts rise. The single once-daily film-coated tablet simplifies combination antiretroviral therapy. Pack of 30 tablets. Schedule H prescription drug.

Key Features

• Two NRTIs in one once-daily tablet – fewer pills to remember
• Abacavir 600 mg + Lamivudine 300 mg, Indian Pharmacopoeia grade
• Film-coated tablet; may be taken with or without food
• Bottle of 30 tablets with a patient alert card included
• From Mylan Laboratories Limited (Viatris), Mfg. Lic. NKD/89

Composition

• Abacavir (as Abacavir Sulphate IP) – 600 mg
• Lamivudine IP – 300 mg
• Colours – Titanium Dioxide IP and Lake of Sunset Yellow FCF

Uses & Benefits

• Treatment of HIV-1 infection as part of combination antiretroviral therapy
• Prevents HIV from multiplying, reducing viral load in the blood
• Increases CD4 cell counts, strengthening immune defence
• Once-daily dosing supports better long-term adherence
• Helps reduce the risk of HIV-related opportunistic infections
• Convenient with or without food

Directions for Use

• Take exactly as prescribed – usually one tablet once daily
• Swallow the tablet whole; do not chew, crush or break it
• Take at the same time each day, with or without food
• Do not stop or change the dose without your doctor’s advice
• Carry the alert card supplied with the pack at all times and show it to any healthcare professional treating you

Precautions

• HLA-B*5701 testing before starting abacavir is recommended by treatment guidelines
• Common side effects include headache, insomnia, rash, nausea, vomiting and decreased appetite
• Use with caution in liver or kidney disease; dose adjustment may be needed
• Avoid alcohol; not recommended in pregnancy and may be unsafe while breastfeeding – consult your doctor
• May cause dizziness – avoid driving until you know how it affects you

Storage

• Store protected from moisture at a temperature not exceeding 30°C
• Keep the container tightly closed; do not remove the desiccant
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children

Disclaimer

Schedule H prescription drug – not to be sold by retail without the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner. This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Antiretroviral therapy must be started, changed and monitored only by a qualified HIV specialist.