Drug Safety Warnings and Updates: April-June 2018

Beth F. Fritsch, PharmD, MBA, BCPS; Steve Morin, RN

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September 10, 2018

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Lamivudine and Zidovudine (Combivir)

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Updated Boxed Warning

Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, including fatal cases, have been reported with the use of nucleoside analogues, including lamivudine and zidovudine (components of COMBIVIR). Discontinue COMBIVIR if clinical or laboratory findings suggestive of lactic acidosis or pronounced hepatotoxicity occur.

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