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30 Tablet in Bottle
Entecavir (0.5 mg)
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Overview
Cronivir (Entecavir) is an antiviral drug used for the treatment of chronic (when the infection moves into the long-lasting stage) Hepatitis B virus. This medicine belongs to a class of drugs known as Hepatitis B virus nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Long-term Hepatitis B infection can cause liver damage. This medication helps to reduce the amount of virus in the body. If you experience any signs and symptoms while receiving this medicine, inform your doctor immediately. Do not change or stop the dose of this medicine without taking suggestions from your doctor. Avoid the consumption of alcohol while having treatment with this medicine.
Hepatitis B
Entecavir is an antiviral drug. It is a guanosine nucleoside analog with activity against HBV reverse transcriptase and is efficiently phosphorylated to the active triphosphate form. It is designed to selectively inhibit the Hepatitis B virus, blocking all three steps in the replication process. The effects of this medicine can be observed in 1.5 hours.
Following are the possible side effects that can occur during your treatment with cronivir 0.5mg Tablet. Contact your medical practitioner immediately if any of the above-mentioned side effects appear.
Dizziness
Unusual sweating
Skin rash
Difficulty in swallowing
Severe liver damage
Allergic reaction
Unusual weakness
Heartburn
This medicine helps to prevent the multiplication of the Hepatitis B virus in human cells. Take the dose of Cronivir tablet according to your dosing schedule to get the most benefit from it. It is important to take this medication as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine can be taken orally on an empty stomach 2 hours before or after the meals. Do not skip the dose of this medicine. The recommended dose of Entavir tablet is decided by a doctor according to your previous medical condition and response to the treatment. Do not use this medicine without consulting with your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Alcohol
unsafe
Do not consume alcohol while taking cronivir 0.5mg Tablet
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take cronivir 0.5mg Tablet without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Do not take cronivir 0.5mg Tablet if you're breastfeeding. Consultation of the doctor is advised.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of cronivir 0.5mg Tablet.
Kidney
precaution
Do not take cronivir 0.5mg Tablet without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
precaution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking cronivir 0.5mg Tablet.
It is advisable not to miss a dose. If you miss a scheduled dose of cronivir 0.5mg Tablet tablets, contact your doctor immediately.
Ans. This medicine belongs to a class of drugs known as hepatitis B virus nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. It is used for the treatment of chronic (when the infection moves into the long-lasting stage) Hepatitis B virus.
It is important to take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
This medication works by stopping the virus from reproducing and makes the immune system work better to fight against infection.
This medicine is available in the strength of 0.5mg.
Follow your doctor’s advice about any restrictions on food and other activities.
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I hold an M.Sc. in Microbiology and have a strong academic foundation in microbial sciences and applied biotechnology. I began my career with extensive hands-on research at CSIR laboratories, focusing on fungal enzyme production, studying fungal diversity in various ecosystems, and developing bio-pesticides as sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides. This work deepened my understanding of fungal biology, bioactive compounds, and their pharmaceutical and agricultural applications. Transitioning from research, I now work as a medical content writer, where I combine my scientific expertise with a passion for clear and reliable healthcare communication. I apply my research background to create patient-friendly, compliant content for pharmaceutical companies and healthcare platforms, ensuring science is both trustworthy and accessible. Specializing in clear, accurate, and engaging content, I help patients make informed decisions and support pharmaceutical companies in delivering trusted information. Whether writing product descriptions, crafting disease awareness articles, or composing drug information leaflets, I consistently meet regulatory standards and address audience needs, making my content an asset for healthcare brands.
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