INBEC TABLET 30'S

Introduction:

Inbec Tablet is a combination medication containing abacavir 600mg, dolutegravir 50mg, and lamivudine 300mg. It is used to treat HIV infection. HIV is a Human immunodeficiency virus that attacks and destroys the cells involved in the immune system; the body’s ability to fight against infections decreases and leads to death if untreated properly.

This medicine does not completely cure the infection; it reduces the amount of virus in your body and increases the CD4 cell count in your blood. These cells are important in helping your body to fight infection. Inform your physician if you have any liver disease, including hepatitis C or B, kidney disease, or heart problems before taking Inbec Tablet. Do not take this tablet if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine or taking fampridine (treats multiple sclerosis).

Do not share personal objects such as toothbrushes or razors with anyone. Do not breastfeed. Consult your doctor about safe sex practices. Administration of Inbec Tablet can cause a serious allergic reaction. This medication is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Uses of Inbec Tablet:

• Treatment of HIV infection 

How Inbec Tablet works:

Inbec Tablet works by inhibiting the enzymes reverse transcriptase and integrase, thereby inhibiting the replication of viral particles in the body and treats the infection.

Interactions with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More information:

• Keep Inbec Tablet out of sight and reach of children.

References:

1. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Antiviral drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 807-808.
2. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Antiretroviral agents and treatment of HIV infection, 12th edition, 2011, 1635-1636.
3. GlaxoSmithKline, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [ Revised on Jan 2021] [ Accessed on 23rd July 2021], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3318.pdf

How to use Inbec Tablet:

Take Inbec Tablet in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablets with water. It can be taken with or without food. Do not take antacids, supplements, or multivitamins containing magnesium, iron, or calcium during the six hours before you take Inbec Tablet, or for at least 2 hours after you take it. 

Safety advice:

Pregnancy: 

Taking Inbec Tablet during the first weeks of pregnancy or at the time of becoming pregnant may increase the risk of the malformed spinal cord in the baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine. The doctor will explain the potential risks and benefits.

Breastfeeding:

Breastfeeding is not recommended because the viral infection can pass through breast milk.

Liver:

You need to tell your physician if you have or ever had liver diseases, including hepatitis B or C, before taking Inbec Tablet, as it may reactivate the virus.

Kidney: 

You need to tell your physician if you have any kidney disorders before taking Inbec Tablet.

Driving: 

Avoid driving if you are feeling unwell, as this medicine can make u feel dizzy and less alert.

Others:

• Do not share personal objects such as toothbrushes or razors.
• Consult a doctor about safe sex practices.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious: 

• Severe allergic reactions (fever, rash, nausea, diarrhea, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, tiredness)

Common:

• Headache, dizziness
• Abnormal dreams, difficulty in sleeping
• Depression
• Loss of appetite
• Lack of energy
• Cough, runny nose
• Hair loss
• Joint pain, muscle pain
• Drowsiness
• Indigestion