A 26-year-old member asked:
Is combivir (lamivudine and zidovudine) safe for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
A Verified Doctoranswered
31 years experience
Yes: This is a class c drug so there are some possible effects on the fetus. However, if you are on this drug then not taking it while pregnant can cause more problems for the baby. You should never stop this class of medications without taking to you infectious disease doctor first. It is vitally important that you stay on your meds so that you stay healthy and the baby does not become infected.
6.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Jeffrey Gene Kaplananswered
Pediatrics 53 years experience
Adverse rxn possible: When pregnant or breast feeding, why take a drug that has a 27% fatigue and malaise side effect incidence?
5.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Sep 30, 2012
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