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Ziagen
OVERDOSE
There is no known antidote for ZIAGEN. It is not known whether abacavir can be removed by peritoneal dialysis or hemodialysis.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
ZIAGEN is contraindicated in patients with:
- previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to abacavir or any other component of the products. NEVER restart ZIAGEN or any other abacavir-containing product following a hypersensitivity reaction to abacavir, regardless of HLA-B*5701 status [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS, ADVERSE REACTIONS].
- moderate or severe hepatic impairment [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].
Last reviewed on RxList: 6/4/2012
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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