Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for CHEO-OCTC

Lamivudine

C. diff Risk

NA

Oral Bioavailability

NA

Approximate Cost

Dosing

Neonatal

HIV Prophylaxis:

Daily Dose: 4 mg/kg/day

Dosing Frequency: PO divided q12h

Duration: 2 - 6 weeks at the discretion of the pediatric infectious disease consultant

Lamivudine is used in combination with Zidovudine with or without Nevirapine