Entecavir is generally used in treatment of the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
Side effects
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Tiredness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Entecavir, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Entecavir is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Entecavir is an antiviral drug. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Entecavir/baraclude used for? Baraclude is a trade name for active drug Entecavir. Entecavir is an antiviral drug and is used to treat long-term infection of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus
Q. What is Entecavir monohydrate? Entecavir monohydrate is the salt form of active drug Entecavir which is used in the preparation of different formulations (eg. Tablets). It has the same antiviral activity like Entecavir and is used to treat long-term infection of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus
Q. Is Entecavir/baraclude effective? Baraclude is a trade name for active drug Entecavir and is used to treat long-term infection of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus. It is effective if used as advised by your doctor. The effectiveness of Entecavir may vary depending upon individual cases
Q. What are the side effects of baraclude? Baraclude is a trade name for active drug Entecavir and has the same side effects as Entecavir
Q. How does baraclude work? Baraclude is a trade name for active drug Entecavir. Entecavir is an antiviral drug and works by blocking the DNA synthesis in hepatitis B virus, a process essential for the virus to grow and multiply. It stops the virus from spreading in the body
Q. Does Entecavir work/how fast does Entecavir work? Entecavir is an antiviral drug used to treat long-term infection of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus. It is effective if used as advised by your doctor. The effectiveness and duration of treatment may vary upon individual response
Q. Does Entecavir affect sperm or cause weight gain? No. Entecavir has no known effect on sperm or increasing body weight.
Expert Advice
You have been prescribed Entecavir for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.It may also be used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of HIV infections.Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.Entecavir may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't 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.You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don't share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.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.
Product Details
SKU: PC-61264 Product Description: X-Vir 0.5 mg Tablet 30'S is manufactured by Natco Pharma Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.