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Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's is used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. It contains Lamivudine, which prevents the virus from producing new viruses. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection. It may cause side effects such as headaches, fever, nausea, weakness, diarrhoea, cough, and runny nose.
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Composition :

LAMIVUDINE-150MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hetero Drugs Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medications called antiretroviral drugs used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a sexually transmitted infection that, over time, leads to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Chronic hepatitis B is a long-term viral infection caused by the hepatitis B virus.

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘lamivudine’, which is a ‘nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor’ and works by preventing the development of the virus in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection.

Take Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headaches, fever, nausea, weakness, diarrhoea, cough, and runny nose. Most of these side effects of Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to ‘lamivudine’ or any other contents present in it. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others. This medicine should not be given to adolescents with a history of kidney failure. If you have liver disease, including hepatitis B or C, then you should not take this Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Uses of Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's

Treatment of HIV, Chronic hepatitis B

Directions for Use

• Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food as advised by a doctor.• It is usually to be taken once daily, or as directed by your doctor.• Swallow Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the group of antiretroviral drugs used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘lamivudine’, which is a ‘nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor’ and works by preventing the development of the virus in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection.

How Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's Works

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's contains ‘lamivudine’, which is a ‘nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor’ and works by preventing the development of the virus in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection.

Storage

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Heptavir-150 Tab
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of " Muscle Pain" caused by medication usage:
  • Report to Your Doctor: Inform your doctor about the muscle pain, as they may need to adjust your medication.
  • Stretch Regularly: Gentle stretching can help relieve muscle pain and stiffness.
  • Stay Hydrated: Adequate water intake supports muscle health by removing harmful substances and maintaining proper muscle function.
  • Warm or Cold Compresses: Apply cold or warm compresses to the affected area to reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Rest and Relaxation: Adequate rest helps alleviate muscle strain, while relaxation techniques like deep breathing and meditation can soothe muscle tightness, calm the mind, and promote relief from discomfort.
  • Gentle Exercise: Participate in low-impact activities, such as yoga or short walks, to improve flexibility, reduce muscle tension, and alleviate discomfort.
  • Consult a physician: If your symptoms don't improve or get worse, go to the doctor for help and guidance.
  • Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats.
  • Opt for lean protein sources like chicken, fish, and turkey.
  • Nourish your body with healthy fats from sources like avocados, olive oil, and fatty fish to support overall well-being.
  • Restrict your consumption of processed foods, sugary beverages, and refined carbs to minimize negative impacts on your health.
  • Adopt a mindful approach to alcohol consumption, opting for moderation to maintain a healthy balance.
  • Engage in moderate exercise like walking, swimming, or yoga.
  • Maintain a healthy weight to alleviate spleen pressure.
  • Refrain from participating in high-risk activities that involve physical collision or intense impact.
  • Ensure your safety while driving by consistently wearing a seatbelt to minimize injury risk.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
  • Consult your doctor before making diet and lifestyle changes.

What if I have taken an overdose of Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to ‘lamivudine’ or any other contents present in it. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others. This medicine should not be given to adolescents with a history of kidney failure. If you have liver disease, including hepatitis B or C, then you should not take this Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's. Hepatitis B has gotten worse when this Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's was stopped in some people with hepatitis B. If you are overweight, especially women, do not take this Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if you have never had hepatitis care before. This medicine contains lactose, so inform your doctor if you have an intolerance to any sugars. People with lactose intolerance Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LamivudineEmtricitabine
Critical
LamivudineLomitapide
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LamivudineEmtricitabine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Heptavir-150 Tab:
Combining these two medications may reduce overall effectiveness due to potential antagonistic effects (opposite actions).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Emtricitabine with Heptavir-150 Tab is not recommended, but it can be taken if your doctor prescribes it. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
LamivudineLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Heptavir-150 Tab:
Taking Heptavir-150 Tab and lomitapide together can increase the risk of liver damage

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Heptavir-150 Tab and Lomitapide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor right away. These symptoms include fever, rash, itching, loss of appetite, feeling sick, feeling tired, feeling unwell, pain in the upper right side of your stomach, dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, stomach pain, liver damage, or bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LamivudineMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Heptavir-150 Tab:
Taking Heptavir-150 Tab and mipomersen together can increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Heptavir-150 Tab and Mipomersen together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor right away. These symptoms include fever, rash, itching, loss of appetite, feeling sick, feeling tired, pain in the upper right side of your belly, dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, loss of appetite, and bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
LamivudineSorbitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Heptavir-150 Tab:
Heptavir-150 Tab can cause higher levels of Sorbitol in the blood by reducing its excretion rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sorbitol with Heptavir-150 Tab together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
LamivudineBexarotene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Heptavir-150 Tab:
Taking bexarotene together with Heptavir-150 Tab increases the risk of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Heptavir-150 Tab and Bexarotene, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you're having symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain, contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LamivudineTeriflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Heptavir-150 Tab:
Teriflunomide can cause Heptavir-150 Tab to stay in the body longer, leading to higher levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Heptavir-150 Tab and Teriflunomide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you have any of these signs and symptoms, contact your doctor immediately: fever, chills, pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, or bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LamivudineZalcitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Heptavir-150 Tab:
Combining these two medications may reduce overall effectiveness due to potential antagonistic effects (opposite actions).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Heptavir-150 Tab and Zalcitabine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
LamivudineLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Heptavir-150 Tab:
Combining Heptavir-150 Tab with Leflunomide can increase the risk and severity of muscle problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Heptavir-150 Tab and Leflunomide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you have any of these symptoms it's important to contact your doctor right away: fever, feeling cold, joint discomfort, swelling, bruising, skin irritation, itching, not feeling hungry, tiredness, feeling sick, stomach ache, dark urine or bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a diet with fresh fruits and vegetables.

  • Option for lean meat such as skinless chicken and fish. Limit processed and high-sugar foods.

  • Avoid acidic foods such as tomatoes, lemons, and oranges.

  • Limit alcohol intake and quit smoking.

  • Exercise regularly as it promotes both physical and mental health.

  • Take the necessary precautions to avoid the spread of infection to other people.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIRETROVIRAL AGENTS

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

Consuming alcohol while using Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's may worsen the condition.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's is a category B medicine. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Women who are HIV-positive must not breastfeed, because HIV infection can be passed on to the baby in breast milk. A small amount of Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's can also pass with breast milk.

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Driving

Caution

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. So, avoid driving or refrain from any activities that require you to be alert mentally.

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Liver

Caution

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution if you have liver problems. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution if you have kidney problems. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in children below 2 years of age.

Have a query?

FAQs

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's is used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B.

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's does not affect fertility. However, if you develop any side effects while using Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's, consult your doctor immediately.

No, Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's does not cure hepatitis B but may improve the condition of the liver. It may reduce the quantity of hepatitis B virus (HBV) in the body. This is done by reducing the ability of HBV to multiply and further contaminate new liver cells.

Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's is safe if used in the dose and duration recommended by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed, and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's guidelines carefully and inform your doctor if any side effects disturb you.

Do not stop taking Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor. Stopping Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's before treatment may worsen your hepatitis. This can occur during the first few months after you stop taking Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's. Take the Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's strictly as instructed, and do not miss any dose.

In hepatitis B (HBV) patients diagnosed with HIV, Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's is not suggested until and unless these patients start taking Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's for HIV management. Starting Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's in such patients may lead to resistance to the recommended HIV medicines. Therefore, doctors advise tests for HIV in patients diagnosed with HBV infection before starting treatment with Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's.

Do not stop taking Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's without the doctor’s approval. Your condition may worsen when you stop taking Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's.Therefore, consult the doctor before you stop taking Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's.

No, Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's is not an antibiotic. It is an antiretroviral drug which belongs to the group of medicines called nucleotides reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) used to treat HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus infection.

The side effects of Heptavir-150 mg Tablet 10's include headache, fever, nausea, weakness, diarrhoea, cough and runny nose. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

7-2-A2, Hetero Corporate Indl Estates, Sanath Nagar Hyderabad, 500 018
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M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:45 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.7066.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/cdi/lamivudine-tablets.html
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