Adefovir Dipivoxil
About Adefovir Dipivoxil
Adefovir Dipivoxil is an antiviral medicine used to treat viral infections. Adefovir Dipivoxil is used in the treatment of chronic Hepatitis B infection. It is a serious infection caused due to Hepatitis B virus. It is a contagious infection that spreads from person to person and affects the liver. Adefovir Dipivoxil is only used in treating the infection. It does not cure or prevent further liver complications.
Adefovir Dipivoxil contains Adefovir Dipivoxil, which belongs to the class of nucleotide analogues. It works by blocking the activity of the hepatitis B virus DNA Polymerase enzyme in the liver cells. This causes DNA termination and therefore reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body.
Adefovir Dipivoxil may cause certain side effects such as headache, abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, lack of energy and flatulence. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor. It should be taken with or after food to avoid any stomach upset. Use it as suggested by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of the medicine based on your health condition.
Adefovir Dipivoxil should be avoided if you are allergic to it. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting treatment with this medicine. Adefovir Dipivoxil is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as efficacy and safety have not been established. Inform your doctor if you have any underlying conditions like liver cirrhosis or liver cancer, nephrotoxicity, other kidney problems, HIV infection, lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis, as it may cause serious side effects. It is advised not to stop taking Adefovir Dipivoxil suddenly, as abrupt stopping can cause a recurrence of severe acute exacerbations of hepatitis or may also lead to cirrhosis.
Uses of Adefovir Dipivoxil
Medicinal Benefits
Adefovir Dipivoxil contains Adefovir Dipivoxil, which belongs to the class of nucleotide analogues. It works by blocking the activity of the hepatitis B virus DNA Polymerase enzyme in the liver cells, which is essential for the virus to grow. This causes DNA termination and therefore reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body. This medicine only treats the HBV infection but does not cure it or prevent further liver complications.
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Side Effects of Adefovir Dipivoxil
- Headache
- Abdominal Pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Dyspepsia
- Lack of Energy
- Flatulence
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Hepatitis B Virus Infection: It is a serious contagious infection caused due to Hepatitis B virus affecting the liver. It can be an acute (an infected person may be sick for only a few days) or chronic infection (it develops slowly but progresses to a serious lifelong infection). This infection spreads from person to person through blood contact (being pricked with a contaminated needle, using a razor), intimate contact with the infected person, direct contact with infected blood, or contact with any other personal items with leftovers of infected fluid or even from mother to baby during birth. Adefovir Dipivoxil is used to treat HBV infection.
FAQs
Adefovir Dipivoxil contains Adefovir Dipivoxil, which works by blocking the activity of the hepatitis B virus DNA Polymerase enzyme in the liver cells. This causes DNA termination and therefore reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body.
Adefovir Dipivoxil does not cure HIV infection. You may still develop other illnesses and infections associated with HIV infection. Take necessary precautions, as you can pass on HIV to others.
