ENTECAVIR contains Entecavir, an antiviral drug used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. ENTECAVIR works by inhibiting viral DNA polymerase enzyme action in the liver cells that is essential for the virus to multiply. Thereby, it stops the virus from making new viruses and reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body. Thus, decreases damage to the liver and improves liver functioning.Take ENTECAVIR as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take ENTECAVIR 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 ENTECAVIR do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to ENTECAVIR or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking ENTECAVIR. It is recommended to use effective contraceptive methods while using ENTECAVIR to avoid pregnancy. ENTECAVIR is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. If you experience stomach pain, vomiting or nausea while taking ENTECAVIR, 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 ENTECAVIR.
