Zetlam TM
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Active ingredients: lamivudine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ZETLAM lamivudine 100 mg tablet bottleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Zetlam (lamivudine) is indicated for the treatment of children (2 years and above), adolescent and adult patients with chronic hepatitis B and evidence of hepatitis B virus (HBV) replication. This indication is based on changes in serological and histological markers in clinical studies of up to 2 years duration in adult patients with compensated liver disease and serological data up to 18 months in children and adolescents. Children and adolescents also require evidence of active hepatic inflammation. (see Section 5.1 PHARMACODYNAMIC PROPERITIES, Clinical Trials). The safety and efficacy of Zetlam (lamivudine) have not been established in patients with decompensated liver disease in placebo controlled studies. However, Zetlam (lamivudine) has been shown to reduce HBV DNA levels prior to and post liver transplantation
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- A peach, film-coated, capsule shaped, biconvex beveled edge tablet debossed with 'LN1' on one side and 'M' on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 28 pack
- 84 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient lamivudine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
