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Reported deaths: 11 Reported hospitalizations: 37.
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FDA Reported Ziagen Side Effects: pyrexia, pruritus, myalgia, abdominal pain upper, headache, malaise, asthenia, dyspnoea, arthralgia, urticaria, lipohypertrophy.
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Ziagen Side Effects Report #5201010-7
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Dec 29, 2006. Male patient, 67 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, gastritis and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain upper, blood alkaline phosphatase increased, cholecystitis acute, gamma-glutamyltransferase increased, hepatic enzyme increased, herpes zoster, immune reconstitution syndrome, pyrexia. ZIAGEN dosage: 600MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with RETROVIR, STOCRIN, KALETRA, SELBEX, MECOBALAMIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5205927-9
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 02, 2007. Male patient, 48 years of age, weighting 194.4 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arthralgia, chills, decreased appetite, dermatitis exfoliative, diarrhoea, dizziness, erythema multiforme, headache. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, BACTRIM, PROZAC, NEURONTIN, ELAVIL, DURAGESIC, FORTOVASE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5209094-7
Physician from CANADA reported ZIAGEN problem on Jan 03, 2007. Male patient, 44 years of age, was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood potassium decreased, dizziness postural, fanconi syndrome, haemoglobin decreased, metabolic acidosis, muscle spasms, nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, weight decreased. ZIAGEN dosage: 300 MG/TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with LAMIVUDINE, STAVUDINE, NEVIRAPINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5211988-3
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE on Jan 08, 2007. Male patient, 42 years of age, weighting 176.4 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: diarrhoea, hypercholesterolaemia, hypertriglyceridaemia, transaminases increased. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with TELZIR, NORVIR, VIRAMUNE, KALETRA, VIREAD, EMTRIVA, TRUVADA, VIDEX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5214366-6
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Jan 19, 2007. Male patient, 38 years of age, weighting 154.3 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, diarrhoea, faecal incontinence, vomiting. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with KALETRA, EPIVIR, COMBIVIR. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5215850-1
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Jan 19, 2007. Male patient, weighting 123.5 lb, was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, gastritis, epilepsy and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebral haemorrhage, depressed level of consciousness, disorientation, dysarthria, encephalopathy, leukoencephalomyelitis, soliloquy. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, ZERIT, SELBEX, LANDSEN, ADONA, CARNACULIN, JUVELA NICOTINATE. Patient died on 03/26/2006.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5238542-1
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Feb 14, 2007. Male patient, 58 years of age, was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, hypertension and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dyspnoea, palpitations, weight decreased. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with RETROVIR, EPIVIR, VIDEX EC, ZERIT, STOCRIN, CARDENALIN, ZYLORIC. Patient was hospitalized and became disabled. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5248919-6
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on May 08, 2006. Female patient, 70 years of age, was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dizziness, fatigue, nausea. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIREAD, WELLBUTRIN, DEXAMPHETAMINE, FOSAMAX, KALETRA, CELEXA, MOBIC, PREVACID. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5248920-2
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported ZIAGEN problem on Jan 26, 2006. Male patient, 40 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, pyrexia, rash. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with LAMICTAL, METHOTREXATE, PLAQUENIL, VIREAD, NEVIRAPINE, LUNESTA, CONTRAST DYE. Patient was hospitalized and became disabled. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5248923-8
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Apr 28, 2006. Male patient, 43 years of age, weighting 188.5 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal distension, back pain, change of bowel habit, headache, migraine, nausea, photosensitivity reaction, vomiting. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, SUSTIVA, LEXIVA, EPZICOM, FLUOXETINE. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5248925-1
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported ZIAGEN problem on May 11, 2006. Female patient, 42 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arthropathy, asthenia, blood lactic acid increased, hypersensitivity, influenza like illness, malaise, myalgia, pyrexia, rash. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ZERIT, NORVIR, TIPRANAVIR, PAXIL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5248927-5
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 12, 2006. Male patient, 51 years of age, weighting 167.3 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, hypersensitivity, myalgia, pyrexia, rash, vomiting. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with TRIZIVIR, KALETRA, INVIRASE. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5254277-3
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on Feb 21, 2007. Male patient, 42 years of age, weighting 154.3 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection, depression and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anaemia folate deficiency, anaemia macrocytic, blood lactate dehydrogenase increased, haptoglobin decreased, lymphadenopathy, macrocytosis, myalgia. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NORVIR, VIDEX, REYATAZ, TRIZIVIR, EFFEXOR, TERCIAN, IMOVANE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5272443-8
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 28, 2007. Male patient, 52 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: osteonecrosis. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5307262-7
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on Apr 19, 2007. Male patient, 43 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arthralgia, erythema, myalgia, pyrexia. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with KALETRA, VIREAD. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5344067-5
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on June 01, 2007. Male patient, 30 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, factor viii deficiency, weight decreased and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: erythema, haemorrhage intracranial, hyperthermia, nasopharyngitis, platelet count decreased, rash, thrombocytopenia. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIDEX EC, KALETRA, ATAZANAVIR SULPHATE, VIREAD, ZERIT, RECOMBINATE, SEROSTIM. Patient died on 07/15/2005.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5345934-9
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on June 01, 2007. Male patient, 23 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, weight decreased and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arthralgia, gait disturbance, hyperlactacidaemia, joint dislocation, osteonecrosis. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIDEX, ZERIT, STOCRIN, VIRACEPT, NORVIR, KALETRA, INVIRASE, SEROSTIM. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5350863-0
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on June 06, 2007. Male patient, 30 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, factor viii deficiency, weight decreased and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: erythema, haemorrhage intracranial, hyperthermia, nasopharyngitis, platelet count decreased, rash, thrombocytopenia. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIDEX EC, KALETRA, ATAZANAVIR SULPHATE, VIREAD, ZERIT, RECOMBINATE, SEROSTIM. Patient died on 07/15/2005.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5350875-7
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on May 31, 2007. Male patient, 40 years of age, weighting 119.0 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, hydronephrosis, nephrolithiasis. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NORVIR, VIREAD, REYATAZ. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5352443-X
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on June 06, 2007. Male patient, 40 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, abdominal pain upper, asthenia, dysgeusia, malaise, micturition disorder, nephrolithiasis. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with TRUVADA, FUZEON, OXYCONTIN, LORTAB, AMBIEN, TESTOSTERONE, SEROSTIM. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5360521-4
Physician from GERMANY reported ZIAGEN problem on June 12, 2007. Male patient, 42 years of age, weighting 166.9 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection, hepatitis c and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fat redistribution, hepatic steatosis, hepatosplenomegaly, lipodystrophy acquired, lipohypertrophy, lipomatosis, pruritus, urticaria. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, RETROVIR, EPIVIR, CRIXIVAN, EFAVIRENZ, TENOFOVIR, PEGINTERFERON ALFA. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5362327-9
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on June 12, 2007. Male patient, 42 years of age, weighting 166.9 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection, hepatitis c and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fat redistribution, hepatic steatosis, hepatosplenomegaly, lipodystrophy acquired, lipohypertrophy, lipomatosis, pruritus, urticaria. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, RETROVIR, EPIVIR, CRIXIVAN, EFAVIRENZ, TENOFOVIR, PEGINTERFERON ALFA. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5369536-3
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on June 15, 2007. Female patient, 48 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthenia, blood phosphorus increased, gamma-glutamyltransferase increased, hepatitis, jaundice, prothrombin level decreased, transaminases increased. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with VIREAD, REYATAZ, DESLORATADINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5042887-8
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on Jan 28, 2002. Male patient, 42 years of age, weighting 166.9 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection, hepatitis c and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fat redistribution, hepatic steatosis, lipodystrophy acquired, lipohypertrophy, pruritus, urticaria. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, INDINIVIR SULPHATE, EFAVIRENZ, TENOFOVIR, PEGASYS, RIBAVIRIN. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5050562-9
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on May 08, 2006. Male patient, 62 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, diabetes mellitus, factor viii deficiency and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: ascites, hepatic cirrhosis, hepatic function abnormal, jaundice, pleural effusion, shock. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with RETROVIR, EPIVIR, KALETRA, AMARYL. Patient died on 03/29/2006.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5052614-6
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from ITALY on July 11, 2006. Male patient was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthenia, conjunctivitis viral, diarrhoea, malaise, muscle disorder, oral candidiasis, pain, photophobia. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5059810-2
Physician from GERMANY reported ZIAGEN problem on Jan 28, 2002. Male patient, 42 years of age, weighting 166.9 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection, hepatitis c and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fat redistribution, hepatic steatosis, hepatosplenomegaly, lipodystrophy acquired, lipohypertrophy, pruritus, urticaria. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, INDINIVIR SULPHATE, EFAVIRENZ, TENOFOVIR, PEGASYS, RIBAVIRIN. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5065555-5
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from GERMANY on Jan 28, 2002. Male patient, 42 years of age, weighting 166.9 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection, hepatitis c and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fat redistribution, hepatic steatosis, hepatosplenomegaly, lipodystrophy acquired, lipohypertrophy, pruritus, urticaria. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, INDINIVIR SULPHATE, EFAVIRENZ, TENOFOVIR, PEGASYS, RIBAVIRIN. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5066689-1
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Feb 06, 2006. Female patient, 33 years of age, weighting 125.7 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anorexia, decreased appetite, headache, insomnia, liver disorder, nausea, pigmentation disorder, pruritus. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with RETROVIR, STOCRIN, VIDEX, EPIVIR, VIRACEPT, DIDANOSINE. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5072646-1
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on July 28, 2006. Female patient, 66 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebral infarction, depression, headache, hemiplegia, insomnia. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, ZERIT, STOCRIN. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5072662-X
Physician from ITALY reported ZIAGEN problem on Aug 02, 2006. Male patient, 36 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: chest pain, pruritus, pyrexia, rash. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5078364-8
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Aug 04, 2006. Male patient, 40 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, factor viii deficiency and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebral infarction, convulsion, hemiplegia, hypoalbuminaemia, pneumonia, respiratory failure. ZIAGEN dosage: 600MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIDEX EC, STOCRIN, KALETRA, BACTRIM, RECOMBINATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died on 06/18/2006.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5080606-X
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on July 28, 2006. Female patient, 66 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebral infarction, depression, headache, hemiplegia, insomnia. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, ZERIT, STOCRIN. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5084433-9
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE on Aug 08, 2006. Male patient, 39 years of age, was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood alkaline phosphatase increased, hepatitis, hyperbilirubinaemia, ocular icterus, transaminases increased. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, HIVID, KALETRA. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5085592-4
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on May 17, 2006. Female patient, 29 years of age, weighting 180.8 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: influenza like illness, myalgia, pyrexia, rash maculo-papular, swelling face. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NORVIR, VIREAD, REYATAZ. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5085605-X
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED KINGDOM on Aug 15, 2006. Female patient was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: haemorrhage, premature separation of placenta, stillbirth. ZIAGEN dosage: 600MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIREAD, ATAZANAVIR, NORVIR. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5088748-X
Physician from ISRAEL reported ZIAGEN problem on Aug 21, 2006. Male patient, 36 years of age, weighting 165.3 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, dyspnoea, pruritus, pyrexia, viral infection. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, EPIVIR, KALETRA. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5088756-9
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from SPAIN on Aug 23, 2006. Female patient, 38 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthma, body temperature increased, pruritus, rash, respiratory disorder, skin lesion. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5088807-1
Physician from ISRAEL reported ZIAGEN problem on Aug 21, 2006. Male patient, 36 years of age, weighting 165.3 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain, dyspnoea, pruritus, pyrexia. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, EPIVIR, KALETRA. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5088815-0
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from SPAIN on Aug 23, 2006. Female patient, 38 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthma, body temperature increased, pruritus, rash, respiratory disorder, skin lesion. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5101412-3
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Oct 25, 2005. Male patient, 32 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, factor ix deficiency and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthenia, blood bilirubin increased, hepatic failure, malaise, nausea. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with ZERIT, KALETRA, NOVACT M. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5103852-5
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Sept 11, 2006. Female patient was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: pain, swelling. ZIAGEN dosage: 600MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with BACTRIM, NORVIR, OXYCONTIN, DILANTIN, GANCICLOVIR, FLUCONAZOLE, LEXIVA, AMBIEN. Patient was hospitalized and became disabled. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5108137-9
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Sept 12, 2006. Male patient, 46 years of age, was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, myelodysplastic syndrome, gastritis and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: diabetes mellitus, hypoglycaemia. ZIAGEN dosage: 600MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with NORVIR, KALETRA, REYATAZ, VIREAD, PRIMOBOLAN, MUCOSTA, GASTER D. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5110281-7
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Pharmacist from GERMANY on Aug 14, 2006. Male patient, 41 years of age, weighting 165.3 lb, was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arthralgia, bronchitis, fatigue, malaise, myalgia, nausea, oedema, pyrexia. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5116241-4
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on June 29, 2006. Male patient, 53 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hepatic neoplasm malignant, hepatitis b. ZIAGEN dosage: 600MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, RETROVIR, ZERIT, NORVIR, REYATAZ. Patient was hospitalized and became disabled. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5121695-3
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from ISRAEL on Sept 28, 2006. Male patient, 46 years of age, weighting 183.0 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cough, dyspnoea, wheezing. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with KALETRA, EPIVIR, COMBIVIR. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5123825-6
Physician from UNITED STATES reported ZIAGEN problem on July 28, 1999. Male patient, 48 years of age, weighting 194.4 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arthralgia, chills, decreased appetite, dermatitis exfoliative, diarrhoea, dizziness, erythema multiforme, headache. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, BACTRIM, PROZAC, NEURONTIN, ELAVIL, DURAGESIC, FORTOVASE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5123839-6
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Aug 04, 2006. Male patient, 40 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, factor viii deficiency and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebral infarction, convulsion, hemiplegia, hypoalbuminaemia, pneumonia, respiratory failure. ZIAGEN dosage: 600MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIDEX EC, STOCRIN, KALETRA, BACTRIM, RECOMBINATE, BIOFERMIN, LOPEMIN, ZANTAC. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died on 06/18/2006.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5129709-1
Physician from GERMANY reported ZIAGEN problem on Jan 28, 2002. Male patient, 42 years of age, weighting 166.9 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection, hepatitis c and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fat redistribution, hepatic steatosis, hepatosplenomegaly, lipodystrophy acquired, lipohypertrophy, lipomatosis, pruritus, urticaria. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with COMBIVIR, RETROVIR, EPIVIR, CRIXIVAN, EFAVIRENZ, TENOFOVIR, PEGASYS. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5131424-5
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Oct 11, 2006. Male patient, 54 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, hyperlipidaemia and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hypertension, hypoaesthesia, pain in extremity, peripheral coldness, thromboangiitis obliterans. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with KALETRA, EPIVIR, LIPITOR. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5134635-8
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on July 28, 2006. Female patient, 66 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebral infarction, depression, headache, hemiplegia, insomnia. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, ZERIT, STOCRIN. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5140302-7
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from ROMANIA on Oct 23, 2006. Female patient, 19 years of age, weighting 134.5 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: odynophagia, pyrexia, rash macular, rash papular. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIRAMUNE, COMBIVIR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5140956-5
Physician from UNITED STATES reported ZIAGEN problem on Oct 27, 2006. Male patient, weighting 174.0 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: constipation, dizziness, dysuria, haematuria, incorrect dose administered, pollakiuria, sepsis syndrome, vomiting. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG 300 BID (FREQUENCY PARTIALLY ILLEGIBLE - SEE IMAGE) PO. During the same period patient was treated with KALETRA, EPIVIR, TMP SMZ DS, LISINOPRIL, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, CLARITIN, FERROUS SULPHATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5141397-7
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Oct 24, 2006. Male patient was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, antibiotic prophylaxis and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: conduction disorder, dyspnoea, electrocardiogram qrs complex prolonged, lip and/or oral cavity cancer, malaise. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with KALETRA, EPIVIR, ZERIT, RITONAVIR, STOCRIN, REYATAZ, KLARICID. Patient was hospitalized and became disabled. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5143505-0
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Oct 27, 2006. Male patient, 24 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, tuberculosis and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hepatitis b, immune reconstitution syndrome, kaposi's sarcoma. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, ZERIT, KALETRA, NORVIR, REYATAZ, VIREAD, ISCOTIN, EBUTOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5145042-6
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from ROMANIA on Oct 23, 2006. Female patient, 19 years of age, weighting 134.5 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: lymphadenopathy, odynophagia, pyrexia, rash macular, tonsillar hypertrophy. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIRAMUNE, COMBIVIR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5148025-5
Physician from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on July 31, 2006. Male patient, 53 years of age, weighting 138.5 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arthralgia, asthenia, blood alkaline phosphatase increased, cytolytic hepatitis, gamma-glutamyltransferase increased, headache, hypersensitivity, initial insomnia. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NORVIR, INVIRASE, VIDEX. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5151765-5
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE on Oct 25, 2006. Female patient, 33 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: acidosis, bronchoalveolar lavage abnormal, cholestasis, granulomatous liver disease, hyperchloraemia, immune reconstitution syndrome, mycobacterium avium complex infection, nephropathy toxic, renal failure acute. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, TENOFOVIR, LOPINAVIR, DIDANOSINE, RITONAVIR, RIFABUTIN, ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE, CLARITHROMYCIN. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5160270-1
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on Jan 30, 2002. Male patient, 39 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood alkaline phosphatase increased, blood creatine increased, haematoma, lipoatrophy, weight decreased. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with TENOFOVIR, DIDANOSINE, EFAVIRENZ, KALETRA. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5164747-4
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE on Dec 12, 2002. Male patient, 28 years of age, weighting 176.4 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: alanine aminotransferase increased, gamma-glutamyltransferase increased, hepatocellular damage. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with VIDEX, VIRACEPT, SUSTIVA, TENOFOVIR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5164759-0
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on Nov 27, 2006. Female patient, 48 years of age, weighting 72.75 lb, was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dyspnoea, pulmonary hypertension. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, VIDEX, ATARAX, PROZAC, NEXIUM, IMOVANE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5168956-X
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from ROMANIA on Oct 23, 2006. Female patient, 19 years of age, weighting 134.5 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dermatitis allergic, lymphadenopathy, odynophagia, pyrexia, rash macular, tonsillar hypertrophy, upper respiratory tract infection. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIRAMUNE, COMBIVIR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5183837-3
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on Nov 27, 2006. Female patient, 48 years of age, weighting 72.75 lb, was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: dyspnoea, pulmonary hypertension. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, VIDEX, PROZAC, ATARAX, NEXIUM, IMOVANE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient died.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5190490-1
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Mar 17, 2006. Male patient, weighting 123.5 lb, was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, gastritis, epilepsy, retinal haemorrhage and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cerebral haemorrhage, depressed level of consciousness, dysarthria, encephalopathy, leukoencephalomyelitis, soliloquy. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, ZERIT, SELBEX, LANDSEN, ADONA, CARNACULIN, JUVELA NICOTINATE. Patient died on 03/26/2006.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5382967-0
Consumer or non-health professional from CANADA reported ZIAGEN problem on July 03, 2007. Female patient, 33 years of age, was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arthralgia, eyelid oedema, lip swelling, lymphadenopathy, pyrexia, rash macular. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with AMITRIPTYLINE, ATAZANAVIR SULPHATE, AZITHROMYCIN, BENADRYL, CALCIUM CARBONATE, CELEBREX, FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE, OXYBUTYNIN CHLORIDE. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5382981-5
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED KINGDOM on July 03, 2007. Male patient, 55 years of age, weighting 233.7 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: creatine phosphokinase decreased, hepatitis, liver function test abnormal, malaise. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with WARFARIN, NEVIRAPINE, LAMIVUDINE, AMOXYL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5384200-2
Consumer or non-health professional from FRANCE reported ZIAGEN problem on July 06, 2007. Female patient, 48 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthenia, blood phosphorus increased, gamma-glutamyltransferase increased, hepatitis, jaundice, prothrombin level decreased, transaminases increased. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with VIREAD, REYATAZ, DESLORATADINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5402684-8
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on July 27, 2007. Male patient, 27 years of age, weighting 119.0 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, weight decreased and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: haemorrhage intracranial, hiv wasting syndrome, osteonecrosis, weight decreased. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with RETROVIR, ZERIT, STOCRIN, VIDEX, VIRACEPT, SEROSTIM, KALETRA, INVIRASE. Patient died on 07/15/2005.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5402685-X
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on July 27, 2007. Male patient, 30 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, factor viii deficiency, weight decreased and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: erythema, haemorrhage intracranial, hyperthermia, nasopharyngitis, platelet count decreased, rash, thrombocytopenia. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with VIDEX EC, KALETRA, ATAZANAVIR SULPHATE, VIREAD, ZERIT, RECOMBINATE, SEROSTIM. Patient died on 07/15/2005.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5416736-X
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Aug 14, 2007. Male patient, 36 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: eyelid oedema, gait disturbance, myalgia, pain in extremity, pyrexia, rash. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, VIRAMUNE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5426196-0
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Aug 20, 2007. Male patient was diagnosed with hiv infection, bronchitis, seasonal allergy, asthma, insomnia and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: gastric ulcer, helicobacter infection, hepatic function abnormal. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with RETROVIR, VIDEX EC, AMOXICILLIN TRIHYDRATE, ALESION, MEPTIN, MIKELAN, AMOBAN. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5429501-4
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from SWITZERLAND on Aug 22, 2007. Female patient, 38 years of age, was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased, constipation, fatigue, rhabdomyolysis. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LAMIVUDINE, VIRAMUNE, METHADON, IMOVANE. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5448737-X
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Sept 07, 2007. Male patient, 36 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatine phosphokinase increased, erythema of eyelid, eyelid oedema, gait disturbance, hypoaesthesia, myalgia, pain in extremity, pyrexia, rash. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, VIRAMUNE, RETROVIR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5450150-6
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Sept 06, 2007. Male patient, 36 years of age, was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, opportunistic infection prophylaxis, antifungal prophylaxis and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: aids encephalopathy, altered state of consciousness, blood creatinine increased, blood urea increased, convulsion, nephropathy, renal failure chronic. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with VIREAD, EPIVIR, RETROVIR, NORVIR, ZITHROMAC, BAKTAR, TIPRANAVIR. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5452914-1
Physician from JAPAN reported ZIAGEN problem on Sept 13, 2007. Male patient, 31 years of age, was diagnosed with hiv infection, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blister, cytomegalovirus infection, herpes simplex, interstitial lung disease, kaposi's varicelliform eruption, pyrexia. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with EPIVIR, RETROVIR, COMBIVIR, STOCRIN, VIREAD. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5459508-2
ZIAGEN problem was reported by a Physician from JAPAN on Sept 14, 2007. Male patient, 36 years of age, was diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, opportunistic infection prophylaxis, antifungal prophylaxis and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: aids encephalopathy, altered state of consciousness, blood creatinine increased, blood urea increased, convulsion, nephropathy, renal failure chronic. ZIAGEN dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with VIREAD, EPIVIR, RETROVIR, NORVIR, ZITHROMAC, BAKTAR, TIPRANAVIR. Patient recovered.
Ziagen Side Effects Report #5471004-5
Physician from SWITZERLAND reported ZIAGEN problem on Sept 21, 2007. Female patient, 53 years of age, weighting 123.5 lb, was diagnosed with hiv infection and was treated with ZIAGEN. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: agranulocytosis, chills, hypersensitivity, myalgia, pyrexia. ZIAGEN dosage: 300MG TWICE PER DAY. During the same period patient was treated with REYATAZ, VIREAD, NORVIR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.
Drug Information: Abacavir
URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a699012.html
(a ba ka' vir)IMPORTANT WARNING:
| Abacavir may cause severe allergic reactions that can lead to death. Stop taking abacavir and call your doctor immediately if you develop a rash or at least one symptom from two of the following groups: feverexcessive tirednessupset stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach painsore throat, shortness of breath, or coughThe Warning Card your pharmacist gives you will have a written list of these symptoms. Carry the card with you.If you stop taking abacavir because you had an allergic reaction, never take abacavir again. If you stop taking abacavir for any other reason, do not start taking it again without talking to your doctor.Abacavir may cause serious liver damage and a blood condition called lactic acidosis. Tell your doctor if you drink large amounts of alcohol and if you have or have ever had liver disease. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: unusual bleeding or bruising; loss of appetite; pain in the upper right part of the stomach; yellowing of the skin or eyes; or upset stomach and tiredness that do not get better.Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor will order certain lab tests to check your body's response to abacavir. |
Why is this medication prescribed?
Abacavir is used in combination with other medications to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in patients with or without acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Abacavir is in a class of antiviral medications called nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs). It works by slowing the spread of HIV infection in the body. Abacavir is not a cure and may not decrease the number of HIV-related illnesses. Abacavir does not prevent the spread of HIV to other people.
How should this medicine be used?
Abacavir comes as a tablet and a solution (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken twice a day with or without food. To help you remember to take abacavir, 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 abacavir exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Continue to take abacavir even if you feel well. Do not stop taking abacavir without talking to your doctor.
Before taking abacavir, carefully read the manufacturer's medication guide that comes with it.
Other uses for this medicine
Abacavir is also used sometimes in combination with other antiviral medications to prevent HIV infection in people who have been exposed to it. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking abacavir,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to abacavir or any other medications.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention the following: methadone. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
- in addition to the condition listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney disease.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking abacavir, call your doctor. You should not breast-feed while taking abacavir.
- talk to your doctor about the safe use of alcohol while taking this medication.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can this medication cause?
Abacavir may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- loss of appetite
- tiredness
- difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, call your doctor immediately:
- muscle or joint pain
- headache
- pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet
- swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
- pink eye
- bruises in the mouth
Abacavir may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html] or by phone [1-800-332-1088].
What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Store liquid medication at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
What other information should I know?
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.
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