Also Known as Zeffix
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A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
Chemical Name: LAMIVUDINE (la-MI-vyoo-deen)
Epivir is used in the treatment of the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or hepatitis B virus.
This product is called Heptovir in Canada.
Follow the directions for taking this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. CONTINUE TO TAKE THIS MEDICINE even if you feel well. It is important not to miss doses of this medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medication include canker sores, difficulty in moving, ear swelling and discharge, general feeling of discomfort or illness, irritability, loss of appetite, loss of interest or pleasure, nasal discharge or congestion, pain in joints, stomach pain or cramps, trouble concentrating and/or sleeping, unusually warm skin and weight loss.