Entavir 0.5 Mg Tablet

Description

What is Entavir 0.5 Mg Tablet?

Entavir 0.5 Mg Tablet is a strong antiviral medicine classified as nucleoside analogs. It is mainly used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults. This drug includes entecavir, which inhibits the reproduction of the hepatitis B virus, hence lowering the viral load in the body.

What is the Hepatitis B Virus?

Hepatitis B is a viral illness that damages the liver, causing inflammation and perhaps long-term damage. It spreads by contact with contaminated blood or body fluids, such as during unprotected intercourse, sharing needles, or from an infected mother to her infant after delivery. If not treated, chronic hepatitis B may lead to liver cirrhosis, liver failure, and liver cancer.

How does Entavir 0.5 Mg Tablet works

Entavir 0.5 Mg Tablet works by inhibiting reverse transcriptase, an enzyme required for the reproduction of the hepatitis B virus. Entecavir inhibits reverse transcriptase, which stops the virus from replicating and spreading throughout the body. This reduces the viral load in the circulation and slows the development of liver damage.

Dosages and Medication

The recommended dose of Entavir 0.5 Mg Tablet for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B in adults is 0.5 mg once day, administered orally on an empty stomach or at least 2 hours after eating. To obtain the best possible treatment results, follow your healthcare provider’s dose recommendations exactly. Do not exceed the suggested dose without first seeing your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Before beginning therapy with Entavir 0.5 Mg Tablet, notify your doctor about any current medical problems, allergies, or drugs you are taking. During treatment, it is critical to evaluate liver function and HBV viral load on a frequent basis in order to assess therapeutic response and identify any possible problems.

Drug interactions

Entavir 0.5 Mg Tablet may interact with other drugs, such as HIV protease inhibitors and rifampicin, reducing its effectiveness or increasing the risk of side effects. To prevent possible drug interactions, tell your doctor about all of the prescriptions you’re taking, including prescription meds, over-the-counter medications, vitamins and herbal supplements.