Abalam Tablets, Type of Medicines : Allopathic

Abalam Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antiretrovirals used to treat HIV infection. Abalam Tablet helps decrease the chance of developing AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system and destroys the white blood cells that help in fighting infection, making the individual susceptible to other infections or illnesses.

Abalam Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Abacavir and Lamivudine. Both Abacavir and Lamivudine are nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Abalam Tablet works by interfering with the working of nucleotide and nucleoside reverse transcriptase enzymes necessary for virus reproduction. Together, Abalam Tablet helps in treating HIV infection.

Take Abalam Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Abalam Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience headaches, tiredness, dizziness, nausea, diarrhoea, rash, and fever. Most of these side effects of Abalam Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any components present in Abalam Tablet or other medicines or foods (e.g. soya or peanut). If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please consult a doctor before taking Abalam Tablet . Avoid breastfeeding while taking Abalam Tablet as it may pass into breast milk. Abalam Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. You are advised to avoid alcohol consumption with Abalam Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage. Drive only if you are alert, as Abalam Tablet may cause dizziness.