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lamivudine · Medicine question

How much sucrose is present in 15 ml of Epivir (lamivudine) oral solution?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Each 15 ml dose of Epivir (lamivudine) oral solution contains 3 g of sucrose (20% w/v).

Sources for this answer

Epivir Oral SolutionViiV Healthcare UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §2 Qualitative and quantitative composition · Version 45Document updated 24 March 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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