Duovir-E Kit

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS

Last updated on 13 Apr 2026 | 10:23 AM (IST)

Duovir-E Kit is a combination of antiretrovirals medicines. It is prescribed to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It boosts up the immunity to fight against HIV to manage or treat AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).

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General Information

Contains

Lamivudine (150mg)+ Zidovudine (300mg)+ Efavirenz (600mg)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Duovir-E Kit restricts the growth of HIV in the body and reduces the risk of getting HIV-related complications to improve the lifespan of an individual. The medicine should be taken in an empty stomach for better efficacy. Taking these medicines regularly at the same time increases their effectiveness. A dose of this medicine should not be missed as it can affect your recovery. It is important to complete the full course of the treatment until your doctor advises you to stop it. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.

Some common side effects of this medicine are tiredness, weakness, trouble sleeping, nausea, diarrhea, headache, rash, etc. These side effects are generally temporary, but if they persist or become serious inform your doctor. This medicine can also make you feel dizzy or drowsy, so it is advised to avoid driving. In addition to that, avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase the intensity of the side effects. Drinking plenty of fluid can help you to coop up with the side effects, so stay hydrated.

Before starting with the treatment, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any health condition. Your doctor may suggest regular blood tests to check your blood counts and other bodily functions. If you are HIV positive, you should not breastfeed or share personal belongings like razors or toothbrushes. Consult your doctor to know about safe sex methods in order to prevent transmission of HIV during intercourse.

Uses of Duovir-E Tablet

Treatment of HIV infection

Benefits of Duovir-E Tablet

Treatment of HIV infection
Duovir-E Kit controls HIV infection by preventing the virus from multiplying in the body. It also helps your immnune system to work better and may decrease your chance of developing HIV-related illnesses such as AIDS. This ensures that you live a long and healthy life. Avoid skipping doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. Taking Duovir-E Kit along with practicing safer sex and making other lifestyle changes may decrease the risk of transmitting the HIV virus to other people.

Side effects of Duovir-E Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Duovir-E

Headache
Tiredness
Nausea
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nightmares
Skin rash
Muscle damage
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

How to use Duovir-E Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Duovir-E Kit is to be taken on an empty stomach.

How Duovir-E Tablet works

Duovir-E Kit is a combination of three antiviral medicines: Lamivudine, Zidovudine and Efavirenz. They work by preventing HIV (virus) from multiplying, thereby reducing the amount of virus in your body. They also increase the CD4 cell (white blood cells that protect against infection) count in your blood.

All substitutes for Duovir-E Kit

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Lazid-E Kit

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Quick tips

Duovir-E Kit is a combination of three medicines which slows down or stops the progression of HIV infections.
Take it on an empty stomach, preferably at bedtime, to reduce side effects.
Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
Duovir-E Kit may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Duovir-E Kit can cause birth defects. Use effective contraception while taking Duovir-E Kit and 12 weeks after stopping it.
It may cause weakening of your bones. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor.
Your doctor may monitor your kidney and liver functions regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
Do not stop taking Duovir-E Kit without your doctor’s advice.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Duovir-E Kit. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Duovir-E Kit is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Duovir-E Kit may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Duovir-E Kit may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Duovir-E Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

UNSAFE

Duovir-E Kit is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
Use of Duovir-E Kit is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Related lab tests

HIV 1 & 2, Ab Western Blot

HIV 1 And 2 Antibody - Chromatography

HIV 1 And 2 Antibody - ELISA

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Marketer details

Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Duovir-E Kit. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Duovir-E Tablet

Benefits of Duovir-E Tablet

Side effects of Duovir-E Tablet

How to use Duovir-E Tablet

How Duovir-E Tablet works

All substitutes for Duovir-E Kit

Lazid-E Kit

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Related lab tests

HIV 1 & 2, Ab Western Blot

HIV 1 And 2 Antibody - Chromatography

HIV 1 And 2 Antibody - ELISA

References

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