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Other uses for this medicine

Lamivudine is also used sometimes in combination with zidovudine (Retrovir®, AZT®) to treat health-care workers or other individuals exposed to HIV infection after accidental contact with HIV-contaminated blood, tissues, or other body fluids.

However, it is important that you talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this drug for your particular condition.

 

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