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Adfovir is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hepatitis B. The alternative uses of Adfovir have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Adfovir. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Adfovir include Dark colored (brown) urine. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Adfovir as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Adfovir normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Adfovir's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Adfovir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Adfovir related warnings section.
Adfovir can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Adfovir in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Some other conditions that can be affected by Adfovir are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Adfovir have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Adfovir, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Adfovir is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Adfovir safe for pregnant women?
Adfovir should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Adfovir safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Adfovir in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Adfovir is unavailable.
What is the effect of Adfovir on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Adfovir on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Adfovir on the Liver?
Adfovir may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Adfovir on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Adfovir on the heart have been reported.
Adfovir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Adfovir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Adfovir habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Adfovir is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Adfovir will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Adfovir should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Adfovir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Adfovir
Taking Adfovir with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Adfovir
Taking alcohol with Adfovir can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hepsara® (adefovir dipivoxil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 803