Abacavir (Systemic)
Brand Names : Ziagen
Precautions While Using This MedicineThis
medicine may cause a severe allergic reaction in some patients. This reaction
usually occurs within 6 weeks after the medicine is started but may occur
at any time. If untreated, it can lead to severe low blood pressure and even
death. Stop taking this medicine and check with your
doctor immediately if you notice sudden fever, skin rash, diarrhea, nausea,
stomach pain, vomiting, or a feeling of unusual tiredness or illness, cough,
shortness of breath, or sore throat.
When you begin taking this medicine, you will be given a warning card which
describes symptoms of severe allergic reactions that may be caused by abacavir.
The warning card also provides information about how to treat these allergic
reactions. For your safety, you should carry the warning card with you at
all times.
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