Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Aditya Singh, MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Reg No: MCI-654321 • Verified Medical Reviewer
Zeffix
(lamivudine)
Uses, side effects, dosage information & price range
About this medicine
Zeffix is indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B in adults with: compensated liver disease with evidence of active viral replication, persistently elevated serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels and histological evidence of active liver inflammation and / or fibrosis. Initiation of lamivudine treatment should only be considered when the use of an alternative antiviral agent with a higher genetic barrier is not available or appropriate; decompensated liver disease in combination with a second agent without cross-resistance to lamivudine.
Common Substitutes & Alternatives
These medicines share the same salt composition or therapeutic category and can be used as substitutes under professional medical supervision.
Key Information
Salt / Composition
lamivudine
Category
Antivirals for systemic use
Manufacturer
GlaxoSmithKline Trading Services Limited
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