Epzicom

HIV, Treatment Naive, HIV + 3 more

Treatment

3 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Epzicom

What is Epzicom

Lamivudine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Abacavir (ABC) is a medication used to treat HIV and AIDS. It is a type of drug called a nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) that works by stopping the virus from replicating. It is a synthetic carbocyclic nucleoside with an 1S, 4R absolute configuration on the cyclopentene ring. In the body, it dissociates into its active form, abacavir.

Epivir

is the brand name

Epzicom Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Epivir

Lamivudine

1995

178

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Lamivudine, otherwise called Epivir, is approved by the FDA for 3 uses which include HIV and Chronic Hepatitis B Infection .

HIV

Used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) Infection in combination with Abacavir

Chronic Hepatitis B Infection

HIV

Effectiveness

How Epzicom Affects Patients

Abacavir is a drug used to treat HIV-1 infections. It works by blocking the virus from making copies of itself. Tests have shown that Abacavir can reduce the amount of virus in the body by 50% in concentrations ranging from 0.28 mcg/mL to 5.8 mcg/mL. Abacavir can also be used in combination with other drugs such as zidovudine, nevirapine and amprenavir to increase its effectiveness. When used together with the drugs didanosine, emtricitabine, lamivudine, stavudine

How Epzicom works in the body

Abacavir is a drug used to treat HIV. It works by blocking a protein called reverse transcriptase, which is responsible for replicating the virus. Inside the body, abacavir is changed into an active form that competes with the natural DNA building block dGTP. When abacavir is used instead, it prevents the virus from making new copies of itself.

When to interrupt dosage

The quantity of Epzicom is contingent upon the determined medical condition. The amount likewise fluctuates as per the technique of delivery (e.g. Oral or Tablet, film coated - Oral) featured in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

HIV

150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, , 5.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 30.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral

Treatment Naive

150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, , 5.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 30.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral

HIV

150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, , 5.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 30.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral

Anti-Retroviral Agents

150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, , 5.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 30.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral

Chronic Hepatitis B Infection

150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, , 5.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 30.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral

treatment failure

150.0 mg, 100.0 mg, , 5.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 10.0 mg/mL, 30.0 mg

, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Solution, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral

Warnings

Epzicom has three contraindications and it should not be administered in cases of the following conditions in the table.

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Epzicom.

Common Epzicom Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Aclidinium

Minor

Lamivudine may decrease the excretion rate of Aclidinium which could result in a higher serum level.

Acrivastine

Minor

Lamivudine may decrease the excretion rate of Acrivastine which could result in a higher serum level.

Albutrepenonacog alfa

Minor

Lamivudine may decrease the excretion rate of Albutrepenonacog alfa which could result in a higher serum level.

Allylestrenol

Minor

Lamivudine may decrease the excretion rate of Allylestrenol which could result in a higher serum level.

Almasilate

Minor

Lamivudine may decrease the excretion rate of Almasilate which could result in a higher serum level.

Epzicom Toxicity & Overdose Risk

At least 10% of adults in HIV-1 clinical trials have reported feeling moderate levels of nausea, headaches, tiredness, vomiting, and disordered sleep. Abacavir is known to cause serious allergic reactions in some people with the HLA-B*57:01 gene. Testing for this gene is recommended by the FDA before beginning treatment. Research has also found that rats and mice who take abacavir may experience heart damage.

Epzicom Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Epzicom?

A total of 43 active studies are being conducted to assess the efficacy of Epzicom in managing HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

HIV

153 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1

HIV

40 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 1, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 4

Chronic Hepatitis B Infection

9 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 1

Treatment Naive

0 Actively Recruiting

treatment failure

0 Actively Recruiting

Anti-Retroviral Agents

0 Actively Recruiting

Epzicom Reviews: What are patients saying about Epzicom?

4.7

Patient Review

4/17/2008

Epzicom for HIV

Epzicom, in conjunction with Sustiva, has been my go-to treatment since it became available. I've had undetectable viral load, high CD4 counts and good CD4/CD8 ratio while on this regimen. The only downside is the price; it's becoming more and more expensive.

4.7

Patient Review

10/14/2008

Epzicom for HIV

I am taking this medication as part of my HIV treatment and it is going great! I love how easy it is to take, and it is just one of three medications I'm on. The side effects weren't bad for me either. Some levels were adjusted after a couple days and that was it. Now the only problem is that I'm always hot. Sleeping has been a challenge because of it, especially for my husband!

3

Patient Review

3/23/2008

Epzicom for HIV

I started taking this medication two days ago and have experienced some side effects. I'm not sure what to do at the moment.

1

Patient Review

10/18/2009

Epzicom for HIV

I had a lot of negative side effects from this medication, so I would not recommend it to others.
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Patient Q&A Section about epzicom

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What type of drug is Epzicom?

"Epzicom contains a combination of abacavir and lamivudine. These antiviral medicines work to prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. Epzicom is a combination medicine used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)."

Answered by AI

How much does Epzicom cost?

"The cost for Epzicom oral tablet (600 mg-300 mg) is around $1,370 for a supply of 30 tablets. Prices may vary depending on the pharmacy you visit. This price is for cash paying customers only and does not apply to customers with insurance plans."

Answered by AI

What is Epzicom used for?

"This product contains a combination of two drugs, abacavir and lamivudine, which are used in conjunction with other HIV medications to help control the progression of HIV infection by reducing the amount of the virus in the patient's body, allowing the immune system to function more effectively."

Answered by AI

Is Epzicom generic?

"The generic version of Epzicom may be significantly cheaper compared to the brand version."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Epzicom

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AI-DBT for Suicide Prevention in HIV/AIDS

18+
All Sexes
Newark, NJ

One in four older persons living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) report at least one suicide attempt in their lifetime, and the risk for death by suicide is 100 times higher in PLWHA than in the general population. Currently, there are no behavioral interventions that specifically address suicide prevention for older PLWHA, despite their unique biopsychosocial and structural risk factors. Through this work, investigators will adapt Dialectical Behavior Therapy, an evidence-based intervention for suicide prevention, for patients with PLWHA to be delivered by an AI-powered conversational Agent developed by our industry partner, Empower Health. Investigators will then pilot test the feasibility, usability, acceptability and preliminary efficacy to improve self-efficacy to manage negative emotions in n=50 older adults living with HIV/AIDS.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

New Jersey Community Research Initiative (+1 Sites)

Elissa Kozlov, PhD

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Decision Support Tool for HIV Prevention

18+
All Sexes
Washington D.C., United States

This project will explore the development of a personalized decision support tool to assist with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) initiation and persistence among patients identified in the emergency department (ED) and urgent care settings as PrEP eligible. First, the investigators will use a sequence of validated implementation science methodologies to develop and validate a decision support tool designed to optimize PrEP persistence by strengthening self-efficacy by addressing the multifaceted medical and social needs of the individual patient. The investigators will then test the preliminary effectiveness of this tool through a pilot stepped wedge implementation trial in two EDs and an urgent care in Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC among 120 PrEP eligible patients to determine PrEP initiation, linkage to care, persistence, and adherence rates.

Phase 1
Waitlist Available

George Washington University Emergency Department (+1 Sites)

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Behavioral vs Mindfulness Treatments for Insomnia in HIV

50 - 99
All Sexes
Birmingham, AL

The goal of this clinical trial is to examine the effects of a telephone-delivered Brief Behavioral Treatment Insomnia (BBTI) versus a Brief Mindfulness Treatment (BMT) on cognitive and sleep outcomes in older adults with HIV. The main questions it aims to answer are: What are the effects of BBTI vs BMT on self-reported and observed sleep outcomes in older adults with HIV and insomnia up to 1-year post-intervention? What are the effects of BBTI vs BMT on self-reported and observed cognitive comes in older adults with HIV and insomnia up to 1-year post-intervention? What is the association between Alzheimer's Disease biomarkers and sleep and cognitive outcomes in older adults with HIV receiving BBTI vs BMT? Participants will: * Complete 4 weeks of telephone-delivered BBTI or BMT * Attend baseline, post-intervention, and 1-year post in-person visits for sleep and cognitive assessments * Have blood collected at all three time points

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (+1 Sites)

Dr. Shameka L Cody, PhD, AGNP-C, PMHNP-BC, FAAN

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Olfactory Training for HIV

18+
All Sexes
Birmingham, AL

The goal of this study is to examine two types of olfactory interventions (olfactory training vs overnight odor diffuser) in adults with HIV. The two research questions are: 1. Determine if participants find the intervention acceptable and assess feasibility of the study. 2. Determine if the intervention improves olfactory function and cognitive function. Participants will come to our office and be administered the baseline battery of questions including olfactory and cognitive performance tests. Then they will be randomized and sent home with one of the two interventions (below) in which they will engage in it for 8 weeks, after which they come back to our office for the posttest battery of questions including olfactory and cognitive performance test. 1. Olfactory Training at Home -- 4 scents in which they will smell twice a day for 8 weeks. 2. Overnight Diffuser Group -- a single scent diffuser that participants will turn on while they sleep and use for 8 weeks.

Phase < 1
Waitlist Available

University of Alabama at Birmingham

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Decision Support Tool for HIV Treatment

18+
All Sexes
Los Angeles, CA

This study is testing software designed to help healthcare providers choose the best HIV treatment combinations for their patients. HIV medicines, known as antiretroviral therapy (ART), can be complex to manage because the right regimen depends on many factors-such as drug resistance, other health conditions, and medication schedules. Many people with HIV are cared for by general clinicians who may not have access to HIV specialists, which can make treatment decisions more challenging. In this study, healthcare providers will use patient cases to compare standard HIV treatment resources with a new clinical decision support tool that gives evidence-based ART recommendations at the point of care. The investigators hypothesize that using the tool will help providers select treatment plans that better match clinical guidelines, make decisions faster, reduce mental effort, and increase overall satisfaction with the prescribing process.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Los Angeles General Medical Center

Hayoun Lee, PhD

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MGD020 + MGD014 for HIV

18 - 65
All Sexes
Chapel Hill, NC

This research study aims to find out how safe and well tolerated the experimental study drugs are when given to persons with HIV (PWH) taking antiretroviral therapy (ART). The study treatments are MGD014 and MGD020, which are two antibodies developed specifically for HIV, and Vorinostat, an oral medication to help expose HIV in cells to the antibodies. The study will measure the impact of study treatment on non-active HIV in cells, and how long MGD014 and MGD020 stay in the body after they are given. In this study, participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. All participants receive MGD014 and MGD020, given sequentially as infusions through an IV for 4 doses. Participants in one group (group A) receive only MGD014 and MGD020. Participants in another group (group B) will stop taking their ART therapy for up to 8 weeks (a temporary treatment interruption (TTI)) while receiving MGD014 and MGD020. Participants in the third group (group C) receive Vorinostat in addition to MGD014 and MGD020. Total time of participation is about 8 months and involves 13 or 18 visits, depending on group assignment.

Phase 1
Recruiting

University of North Carolina

Cynthia L. Gay, MD

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CHAMPION Intervention for Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Adherence

18 - 40
Male
San Francisco, CA

The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to pilot test new mobile health (mHealth) interventions to improve PrEP adherence among HIV-negative men who have sex with men (MSM) with mild to moderate methamphetamine use disorder (MUD). The CHAMPION intervention combines two mHealth tools-PrEPAPP and CBT4CBT-to address both HIV prevention and MUD treatment needs in this population. The study's specific aims are: * To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the CHAMPION intervention based on treatment retention and engagement rates. * To examine the preliminary efficacy the CHAMPION intervention to improve PrEP adherence, as measured by dried blood spot (DBS) tests compared to the waitlist control group.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Center on Substance Use and Health

Glenn-Milo Santos, PhD, MPH

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