The normal dose of 3TC is 150 mg twice a day. 3TC can be taken with food or between meals. When you start any anti-viral treatment, you may have temporary side effects such as headaches, hypertension, or a general sense of feeling ill. These side effects usually get better or disappear over time. The most common side effects of 3TC are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and headaches.
Some people have trouble sleeping.
There have been rare cases of hair loss. 3TC is more effective if taken with other antiviral drugs. Blood levels of 3TC may be increased by bactrim or septra. All information on AIDS.ORG is intended soley for educational or research purposes. Any personal information you may provide us with is never released to third parties.