The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Headache (35%)
- Nausea (33%)
- Fatigue/tiredness (27%)
- Runny nose and congestion (20%)
- Cough (18%)
- Diarrhea (18%)
- Nausea and vomiting (13%)
- Muscle and nerve pain (12%)
- Insomnia/difficulty sleeping (11%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Fever or chills
- Dizziness
- Anorexia or low appetite
- Stomach pain and cramps
- Change in mood
- Skin rash
- Joint pain
Source: FDA
The following Combivir side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Burning, tingling, numbness, or pain in the hands, arms, feet, or legs
muscle tenderness and weakness
severe stomach pain
skin rash
vomiting
yellow eyes or skin
Incidence not known
Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
chest discomfort or pain
chills
convulsions
dark urine
decreased appetite
difficulty with breathing
difficulty with swallowing
dizziness
faintness
fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat
fast, shallow breathing
feeling of fullness
general feeling of discomfort
general tiredness and weakness
itching, puffiness, or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
jerking of all extremities
joint or muscle pain
light-colored stools
loss of bladder control
muscle pain, spasms, stiffness, or cramping
red skin lesions often with a purple center
red, irritated eyes
redness, soreness, or itching skin
sensation of pins and needles
sleepiness
sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips or tongue
sores, welting or blisters
stabbing pain
sudden loss of consciousness
swelling of the feet or lower legs
tingling, burning, numbness, or pain in the hands, arms, feet, or legs
tightness in the chest
troubled with breathing
unsteadiness or awkwardness
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Headache
Incidence not known
Blurred vision
body fat redistribution or accumulation
darkening of the skin and mucous membranes
flushed, dry skin
fruit-like breath odor
increased hunger
increased thirst
increased urination
sweating
swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in both females and males
swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the neck, armpit, or groin
thinning of the hair
troubled breathing, unexplained
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
