to socialize Epivir-HBV (Oral Solution) Generic Name: Lamivudine Oral Solution (la MIH vyoo deen) Brand Name: Epivir-HBV Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings Breastfeeding Warnings User Reviews Drug Images Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Warning This medicine may rarely cause swollen liver and an acid health problem in the blood. This may be deadly in some cases. The chance may be higher in women, in overweight people, and in people who have taken drugs like this one for a long time. Talk with your doctor. Hepatitis B has gotten worse when Epivir-HBV (lamivudine oral solution) was stopped in some people with hepatitis B. Close follow-up for a few months is needed when therapy is stopped in people who have hepatitis B. Do not stop taking this medicine without calling your doctor. Talk with your doctor. There is more than 1 brand of Epivir-HBV. One brand cannot safely be used for the other. The doctor will tell you about any needed change. Do not take this brand of this medicine if you have HIV infection. The dose of this brand is not enough and HIV may be harder to treat after taking it. HIV testing needs to be done before taking this brand. Talk with your doctor. Uses of Epivir-HBV: It is used to treat hepatitis B infection. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Epivir-HBV? If you have an allergy to lamivudine or any other part of Epivir-HBV. If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you are taking another drug that has the same drug in it. If you are taking emtricitabine. If you are taking a drug that has sorbitol in it. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Epivir-HBV with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. Slideshow Hep C and Harvoni: 11 Facts About Your Treatment What are some things I need to know or do while I take Epivir-HBV? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor. This medicine does not stop the spread of diseases like HIV or hepatitis that are passed through blood or having sex. Do not have any kind of sex without using a latex or polyurethane condom. Do not share needles or other things like toothbrushes or razors. Talk with your doctor. If giving to your child, the dose of Epivir-HBV may need to be changed as your child's weight changes. Have your child's weight checked often. Talk with the doctor before changing your child's dose. If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), you will need to watch your blood sugar closely. Tell your doctor if you have never had hepatitis care before. This medicine is not a cure for hepatitis infection. Stay under the care of your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Epivir-HBV) best taken? Use Epivir-HBV as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Take with or without food. Keep taking this medicine as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. It is important that you do not miss or skip a dose of Epivir-HBV during treatment. Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with this medicine. If there is none, ask the pharmacist for a device to measure Epivir-HBV (lamivudine oral solution). What do I do if I miss a dose? Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. If you are not sure what to do if you miss a dose, call your doctor. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes. Signs of too much lactic acid in the blood (lactic acidosis) like fast breathing, fast heartbeat, a heartbeat that does not feel normal, very bad upset stomach or throwing up, feeling very sleepy, shortness of breath, feeling very tired or weak, very bad dizziness, feeling cold, or muscle pain or cramps. Signs of a pancreas problem (pancreatitis) like very bad stomach pain, very bad back pain, or very bad upset stomach or throwing up. A burning, numbness, or tingling feeling that is not normal. Mood changes. Change in body fat. What are some other side effects of Epivir-HBV? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Headache. Upset stomach. Loose stools (diarrhea). Feeling tired or weak. Runny nose. Stuffy nose. Dizziness. Nose and throat irritation. Ear irritation. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Epivir-HBV? Store at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep lid tightly closed. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Epivir-HBV or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Epivir-HBV. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. 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