Antavir0.5mg
Tablet
Opsonin Pharma Limited
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| Alcohol | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Antavir. Please consult your doctor. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Antavir may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Antavir is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Antavir may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Antavir should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Antavir may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Antavir is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Antavir is recommended. |
Introduction
Antavir is used in the treatment of HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells.... View More
Uses of Antavir
- Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
Side effects of Antavir
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Nausea
How to use Antavir
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. Antavir is to be taken emp... View More
How Antavir works
Antavir is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears u... View More
What if you forget to take Antavir?
If you miss a dose of Antavir, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your r... View More
- You have been prescribed Antavir 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.
- Antavir may cause dizziness or sleepiness. 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 hepat... View More
Indication
Chronic hepatitis B
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take at least 2 hr after a meal & 2 hr before the next meal. Use oral solution when needed for renal impairment dos... View More
Adult Dose
Chronic Hepatitis B Indicated for treatment of CHB with evidence of active viral replication and either evidence of persistent elevations in serum amin... View More
Child Dose
Chronic Hepatitis B Indicated for treatment of CHB with evidence of active viral replication and either evidence of persistent elevations in serum amin... View More
Renal Dose
Renal Impairment Usual daily dose (0.5 mg) CrCl ?50 mL/min: No dosage adjustment required CrCl 30-49 mL/min: Reduce to 0.25 mg/day or 0.5 mg q48hr C... View More
Contraindication
Entecavir is contraindicated in patients with previously demonstrated hypersensitivity to Entecavir or any component of the product.
Mode of Action
Selective HBV DNA polymerase inhibitor; inhibition blocks reverse transcriptase activity, which in turn reduces viral DNA synthesis
Precaution
Lactic acidosis: Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, including fatal cases have been reported with the use of nucleoside analogues a... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Fatigue (1-3%),Headache (2-4%),Dizziness,Nausea <1% Diarrhea,Dyspepsia,Vomiting,Somnolence,Insomnia
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Prospective pregnancy data from the APR are not sufficient to adequately assess the risk of birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or... View More
Interaction
Drugs that reduce renal function or compete for active tubular secretion may increase serum conc of either entecavir or co-administered drug.
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