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When do hypersensitivity reactions to abacavir usually develop?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Abacavir hypersensitivity reactions usually develop within the first six weeks of treatment, with a median onset of 11 days, although they can occur at any time during therapy.

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Abacavir Mylan 300 mg Film-coated TabletsViatris (formerly Mylan or Upjohn) · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 7Document updated 24 January 2025

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