Hepatitis B

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• Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
• HIV infection

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea

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• Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
• HIV infection

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea

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• Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea

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• Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea

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• Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea

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Tenvir-AF Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses, and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. It is important to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Common side effects of this medicine include headache, diarrhea, nausea, joint pain, abdominal pain, and indigestion. Please consult your doctor if it persists for a longer duration. 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.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol, as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways, like condoms, to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

• Treatment of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain
• Cough
• Back pain
• Indigestion
• Joint pain

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0.5mg Entavir Entecavir Tablet is used to treat liver infection caused by hepatitis B virus. It belongs to the family of medicines called antivirals. Antivirals are used to treat infections that are caused by viruses. This medicine will not cure the hepatitis B virus, but it will keep it from reproducing and causing more liver damage.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

• Solution
• Tablet

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of entecavir in children younger than 2 years of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of entecavir in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney disease, which may require an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving entecavir.

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

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1mg Entavir Entecavir Tablet to treat liver infection caused by hepatitis B virus. It belongs to the family of medicines called antivirals. Antivirals are used to treat infections that are caused by viruses. This medicine will not cure the hepatitis B virus, but it will keep it from reproducing and causing more liver damage.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

• Solution
• Tablet

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of entecavir in children younger than 2 years of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of entecavir in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney disease, which may require an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving entecavir.

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

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Entecavir is used to treat liver infection caused by hepatitis B virus. It belongs to the family of medicines called antivirals. Antivirals are used to treat infections that are caused by viruses. This medicine will not cure the hepatitis B virus, but it will keep it from reproducing and causing more liver damage.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

• Solution
• Tablet

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of entecavir in children younger than 2 years of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of entecavir in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney disease, which may require an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving entecavir.

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

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Tafsure Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses, and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. It is important to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Common side effects of this medicine include headache, diarrhea, nausea, joint pain, abdominal pain, and indigestion. Please consult your doctor if it persists for a longer duration. 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.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol, as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways, like condoms, to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

• Treatment of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain
• Cough
• Back pain
• Indigestion
• Joint pain

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Lamipure 150 Tablet is used in the treatment of HIV infections

• Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Rash

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Tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) is an antiviral medication used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults and children (6 years and older, weighing at least 25 kg) with compensated liver disease. It is also a component of some HIV treatment regimens. TAF works by inhibiting HBV replication, leading to a reduction in viral load. 

Key Uses and Characteristics:

Hepatitis B Treatment:

TAF is specifically used to treat chronic hepatitis B infection in patients who have compensated liver disease (meaning their liver is still functioning adequately despite the infection). 

HIV Treatment:

TAF is also a component of some fixed-dose combination tablets used for HIV treatment, such as bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (Biktarvy) and elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (Genvoya). 

Prodrug:

TAF is a prodrug, meaning it's converted into its active form (tenofovir) within the body. This allows for a lower dose compared to older tenofovir formulations, potentially reducing side effects. 

Reduced Bone and Renal Effects:

Compared to an older tenofovir formulation (tenofovir disoproxil fumarate or TDF), TAF has been associated with reduced bone and renal (kidney) side effects. 

Dosage:

The typical dose for chronic HBV is 25 mg once daily, usually taken with food. 

Administration:

It's crucial to take TAF exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily, with or without food. 

Important Considerations:

Before starting TAF, patients should be tested for HIV, as TAF should not be used alone in patients with HIV. Regular monitoring of kidney function and other parameters is also important. 

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Tenofovir Alafenamide (Tefowell-AF) 25mg is an antiviral medication used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It helps reduce the amount of the virus in the body, preventing liver damage and complications. Tefowell-AF 25mg is known for its improved safety profile, offering effective viral suppression with lower risks of kidney and bone-related side effects compared to earlier tenofovir formulations. Always take this medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider.

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Hepbest Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses, and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. It is important to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Common side effects of this medicine include headache, diarrhea, nausea, joint pain, abdominal pain, and indigestion. Please consult your doctor if it persists for a longer duration. 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.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol, as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways, like condoms, to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

• Treatment of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain
• Cough
• Back pain
• Indigestion
• Joint pain

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Tafero 25mg Tablet is an antiviral medication containing the active constituent Tenofovir alafenamide. It is used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Hepatitis B is an infection affecting the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus. Discuss with your doctor about the precautions needed to avoid infecting others. Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney diseases, liver diseases, or HIV before taking Tafero 25mg Tablet. Administration of this medicine may lead to lactic acidosis (accumulation of excessive acid) and hepatomegaly (enlarged liver). 

It is not recommended for patients weighing less than 35 kg. This medicine contains lactose. Contact your doctor if you are intolerant to sugars before taking medicine. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding or pregnant before taking Tafero 25mg Tablet. Do not stop taking this medicine without your doctor’s advice, as it may worsen the condition. The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients may differ from those in adults. Dosage adjustments and careful monitoring may be necessary for children and the elderly.

Tafero 25mg Tablet is used in the treatment of:

• Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Its therapeutic effect of Tafero 25mg Tablet involves reducing viral replication, lowering a viral load, preserving the immune system, and delaying disease progression in individuals with HIV-1 or HBV.

Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Tafero 25mg Tablet, reducing effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects. 

• Store at temprature between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F).
• Keep away from moisture, heat, and light.
• It should not be frozen.
• Keep it in its original packaging.
• Keep away from children and pets.

To consume Tafero 25mg Tablet properly, follow your healthcare provider's instructions regarding dosage, frequency, and duration. Take it with or without food, swallowing the tablets or capsules with water. Adhere to the prescribed dosing schedule; do not alter the dosage without consulting your healthcare provider.

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• Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea

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Tafsure Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses, and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. It is important to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Common side effects of this medicine include headache, diarrhea, nausea, joint pain, abdominal pain, and indigestion. Please consult your doctor if it persists for a longer duration. 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.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol, as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways, like condoms, to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

• Treatment of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain
• Cough
• Back pain
• Indigestion
• Joint pain

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Entecavir is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It works by inhibiting the replication of the virus, thereby reducing its levels in the body. By suppressing viral replication, it helps to slow down the progression of liver damage.

Entekor 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 Entekor 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.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.Uses of Entekor Tablet

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Benefits of Entekor TabletIn Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infectionIn patients with chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection, Entekor 0.5mg Tablet works by preventing the HBV virus from multiplying in the body. It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better. This lowers the chances of getting complications and improves the quality of life.

This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines. It is not a cure and should neither be used to prevent HBV infection. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of the medicine.Side effects of Entekor TabletMost side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Entekor

Headache

Nausea

Vomiting

Fatigue

Stomach pain

Diarrhea

How to use Entekor TabletTake this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Entekor 0.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.How Entekor Tablet worksEntekor 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.

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Entecavir is commonly used to treat chronic hepatitis B, a type of liver infection.

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Uses

What is entecavir used for?

Entecavir is commonly used to treat chronic hepatitis B, a type of liver infection.

Entecavir may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider.

How does entecavir work (mechanism of action)?

People with hepatitis B have a virus that spreads in their body and damages the liver. Entecavir helps stop the spread of hepatitis B in your body. 

How is entecavir supplied (dosage forms)?

Brands and other names

Baraclude

Dosage forms and strengths

0.5 mg, 1 mg oral tablets

How should I store entecavir?

Entecavir should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F to 77 F (20 C to 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F to 86 F (15 C to 30 C) for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Keep entecavir in the original carton container to protect from light. 

Side Effects

What are the most common side effects of entecavir?

The most common side effects of entecavir are listed below. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of these side effects that bother you.

Headache

Feeling tired

Dizziness

Nausea

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• Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea

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Entecavir is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It works by inhibiting the replication of the virus, thereby reducing its levels in the body. By suppressing viral replication, it helps to slow down the progression of liver damage.

Entekor 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 Entekor 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.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.Uses of Entekor Tablet

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Benefits of Entekor TabletIn Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infectionIn patients with chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection, Entekor 0.5mg Tablet works by preventing the HBV virus from multiplying in the body. It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better. This lowers the chances of getting complications and improves the quality of life.

This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines. It is not a cure and should neither be used to prevent HBV infection. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of the medicine.Side effects of Entekor TabletMost side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Entekor

Headache

Nausea

Vomiting

Fatigue

Stomach pain

Diarrhea

How to use Entekor TabletTake this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Entekor 0.5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.How Entekor Tablet worksEntekor 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.

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Composition: Tenofovir Alafenamide—25 mg

Classification: Hepatitis B Medicine

Tafnext is widely accepted and highly prescribed by doctors for HBV control in chronic hepatitis B infections.

Aprazer Healthcare is advancing hepatitis B treatment by manufacturing an affordable range of hepatitis B medicines, both antivirals and antiretrovirals.

• • International Quality Standards – WHO-GMP certified
• • Affordable life–saving medicines
• • Available in 20 countries

It is an antiretroviral drug that is used against chronic Hepatitis B and HIV-1 infections.

• • Chronic Hepatitis B
• • HIV-1 infections

• • Significant viral suppression
• • Fewer side-effects
• • Lesser kidney side-effects
• • Improved liver functions
• • Better bone mineral density

It gets attached to the virus, mimics its DNA bases and terminates the chain elongation process, causing virus cell death.

• • Nausea
• • Dizziness
• • Headache
• • Digestive issues
• • Tiredness
• • Diarrhea
• • Abdominal pain

• • Lactic Acidosis – unusual pain, breathing issues, irregular heartbeats, abdominal pain
• • Irregular heartbeat – Arrhythmia
• • Trouble breathing
• • Enlarged fatty liver
• • Severely low phosphate levels cause muscle weakness

To be used cautiously in patients with:

• • Kidney disorders
• • HIV co-infections
• • Liver transplant
• • Elderly patients

• • Not to be used if any previous allergy or hypersensitivity to Tenofovir or any excipients
• • Breastfeeding mothers
• • Pregnant women
• • It Should not be used as monotherapy for HIV patients

To be used under medical prescription only

• • Regular monitoring of liver function, renal function, and bone density
• • Screen for viral load and HIV infections before treatment initiation
• • Hepatitis B flares may occur if the medicine is abruptly discontinued