Lamivudine (Epivir)

General information

Class/mechanism: Antiretroviral; Lamivudine is a cytidine analog and can inhibit both types (1 and 2) of HIV reverse transcriptase and also the reverse transcriptase of hepatitis B.
Route: PO
Extravasation: N/A

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Diseases for which it is used

No known antineoplastic properties. Used for prevention of HBV reactivation for HBV carriers.

Also known as

• Brand name: Epivir