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Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It contains Entecavir, which works by inhibiting the viral DNA polymerase enzyme action in the liver cells, which is essential for the virus to multiply. Therefore, it prevents the virus from replicating and reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, extreme tiredness, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), diarrhoea, or indigestion. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Antekavir 0.5 Tablet
Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Hepatitis B is a severe liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It is highly contagious (spreads from one person to another) and spreads through intimate contact with the infected person, direct contact with infected blood, being pricked with a contaminated needle, using a razor or any other personal items with leftovers of infected fluid or even transfer from mother to baby during birth.
Antekavir 0.5 Tablet contains Entecavir, an antiviral drug that works by inhibiting viral DNA polymerase enzyme action in the liver cells, which is essential for the virus to multiply. Therefore, it prevents the virus from replicating and reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body.
Take Antekavir 0.5 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Antekavir 0.5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, extreme tiredness, insomnia (inability to sleep), diarrhoea, or indigestion. Most of these side effects of Antekavir 0.5 Tablet do not require medical attention and typically resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Antekavir 0.5 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet. It is recommended to use effective contraceptive methods while using Antekavir 0.5 Tablet to avoid pregnancy. Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. If you experience stomach pain, vomiting, or nausea while taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet, it might indicate the development of lactic acidosis. This rare but serious side effect has occasionally been fatal. Lactic acidosis occurs more often in women, particularly if they are very overweight. Your doctor will monitor you regularly while you are receiving treatment. If you have HIV/AIDS, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet.
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Antekavir 0.5 Tablet contains Entecavir, an antiviral drug used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Antekavir 0.5 Tablet works by inhibiting the viral DNA polymerase enzyme action in the liver cells, which is essential for the virus to multiply. Therefore, it prevents the virus from replicating and reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body. Thus, it decreases damage to the liver and improves liver function.
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If you are allergic to Antekavir 0.5 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet. It is recommended to use effective contraceptive methods while using Antekavir 0.5 Tablet to avoid pregnancy. Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. You are advised to take proper precautions if you are infected with hepatitis B virus infection to prevent infection from spreading to others through sexual contact or body fluids. Hepatitis B vaccine should be taken to avoid Hepatitis B virus infection. If you experience stomach pain, vomiting or nausea while taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet, it might indicate lactic acidosis development. This rare but serious side effect has occasionally been fatal. Lactic acidosis occurs more often in women, particularly if they are very overweight. Your doctor will monitor you regularly while you are receiving. If you have HIV/AIDS, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet.
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Alcohol
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The interaction of alcohol with Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Antekavir 0.5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
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Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is a category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is unknown whether Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.
Driving
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Antekavir 0.5 Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel dizzy, drowsy or tired after taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet.
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Take Antekavir 0.5 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Please consult a doctor.
Kidney
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Take Antekavir 0.5 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Please consult a doctor.
Children
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Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years or weighing less than 10 kg. However, in children above 2 years, Antekavir 0.5 Tablet should be used with caution and doses prescribed by a doctor.
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Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
Antekavir 0.5 Tablet contains Entecavir, an antiviral drug that works by preventing viral DNA polymerase enzyme action in the liver cells, which is essential for the virus to multiply. Therefore, it prevents the virus from replicating and reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body.
Yes, hepatitis B virus infection is highly contagious and spreads from one person to another. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid sharing personal items or needles containing an infected person's blood or body fluids.
Antekavir 0.5 Tablet may cause lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in the blood), a rare but a severe side effect, especially in women who are very obese. However, if you experience stomach pain, vomiting or nausea while taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately.
You are not recommended to take Antekavir 0.5 Tablet with celecoxib (painkiller), as it may increase the blood levels of Antekavir 0.5 Tablet, leading to more adverse effects and may also affect kidney function. However, please consult your doctor before taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet with other medicines.
Antekavir 0.5 Tablet does not cure hepatitis B virus infection. Antekavir 0.5 Tablet reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body and improves liver functioning by decreasing liver damage.
Antekavir 0.5 Tablet is not recommended for hepatitis B patients with HIV infection unless they are taking medicines to treat HIV infection at the same time as Antekavir 0.5 Tablet may cause HIV infection to become resistant to certain HIV drugs and reduce their effectiveness. Therefore, it is advised to get tested for HIV infection before taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet.
You are not recommended to stop taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Antekavir 0.5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. If you experience any difficulty while taking Antekavir 0.5 Tablet, please consult your doctor.
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