Medicine Description tecavir-uae 0.5 mg
tecavir is used to treat chronic infection with hepatitis B virus, as it works to reduce the multiplication of the virus within the body and thus limit liver damage. It is considered an oral antiviral and is recommended for long periods under the supervision of a doctor specializing in liver diseases.
?What are the ingredients of tecavir
- Entecavir: An active antiviral substance that belongs to the group of nucleoside analogues and works by inhibiting the HBV reverse transcriptase enzyme.
Indications for use of tecavir
tecavir uae used for :
- Treatment of chronic hepatitis B in adults.
- It is used in cases of liver damage or elevated liver enzymes associated with virus activity.
- Reducing the risk of developing cirrhosis or liver cancer caused by the B virus.
?What are the doses of tecavir
- The usual dose for adults: 0.5 mg once daily on an empty stomach two hours before or four hours after eating.
- In cases of resistance to other medications, the dose may be increased to 1 mg daily as directed by the doctor.