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What are the contraindications for abacavir as listed in Mosby's 2021 Nursing Drug Reference?

The contraindications for abacavir include hypersensitivity, moderate to severe hepatic disease, and lactic acidosis. Additionally, it is cautioned against in patients with HLA B5701 positivity, abrupt discontinuation, and those with severe renal disease or impaired hepatic function.

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  • Hypersensitivity
  • Moderate to severe hepatic disease
  • Lactic acidosis
  • HLA B5701 positivity
  • Severe renal disease
  • Impaired hepatic function
  • Abrupt discontinuation caution
Source:Mosbys 2021 Nursing Drug Reference by Linda Skidmore-Roth· p. 9–17

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