Abacavir

Generic name: Abacavir

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects of abacavir can include nausea or vomiting.
Diarrhea or abdominal pain.
Headache or dizziness.
Fatigue or feeling weak.
Rash or itching.
Fever or flu-like symptoms.
Sleep problems, such as vivid dreams.
Mouth ulcers or sore throat.
Serious side effects must be discussed with a doctor immediately; seek urgent medical care in India if you develop fever with rash, trouble breathing, facial swelling, or other signs of hypersensitivity.

Warnings / Contraindications

Abacavir may be unsafe in people with an allergy to abacavir or its components, or in those who test positive for the HLA-B*57:01 allele.
Do not start abacavir if HLA-B*57:01 positive or if you have had a prior abacavir hypersensitivity reaction.
Warning signs of hypersensitivity include fever, rash, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, or fatigue—seek urgent medical care and stop the medicine if these occur.
Use with caution in people with liver disease or active hepatitis, and discuss any liver problems with your doctor.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all other medicines you take, since interactions with other HIV drugs or liver-affecting medicines can occur.
In India, abacavir-containing regimens are used under the National AIDS Control Programme; consult your ART centre or a qualified doctor/pharmacist for guidance.
This is general information only—always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist in India for your personal medical decisions or emergencies.