Entavir 0.5mg Tablet

Short Description

Entecavir is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Entavir 0.5mg Tablet should be taken in an empty stomach. Take it in the exact dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Follow the instructions carefully. Taking it regularly at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness and help improve liver function and decrease the risk of complications associated with chronic HBV infection. It is not known whether Entavir 0.5mg Tablet will reduce your chances of getting liver cancer or liver damage (cirrhosis) which may be caused by chronic HBV infection. Do not miss a dose and keep taking until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop. Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, and diarrhea. These are usually not serious but tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. Rarely, some people may experience a skin reaction or liver damage. Your doctor will closely monitor you for these in the initial period of treatment.

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. Entavir 0.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

headache nausea vomiting stomach pain fatigue diarrhea

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Entavir 0.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Entavir 0.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Entavir 0.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Acyclovir Allopurinol Famciclovir Ganciclovir

Entavir 0.5mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

You have been prescribed Entavir 0.5mg Tablet for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Take it on an empty stomach at least 2 hours after or before a meal. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication. During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.