Entehep

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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Entecavir (0.5 mg)

Entehep Information

Entehep is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hepatitis B.

The correct dosage of Entehep depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Entehep as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Entehep are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Entehep has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Entehep's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Entehep have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Entehep may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Entehep is safe while driving, and is addiction.


Entehep Benefits & Uses

Entehep is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Entehep Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: patients having weight greater than 30 kg can take

Entehep Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Entehep is used -

Moderate

  • Peripheral Edema
  • Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Entehep Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Entehep safe for pregnant women?


    Entehep can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Entehep right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Entehep safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Entehep. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Entehep on the Kidneys?


    Entehep rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Entehep on the Liver?


    Entehep has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Entehep on the Heart?


    Entehep is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Entehep with Other Drugs

Entehep should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate


Entehep Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Entehep unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Entehep

  • Is this Entehep habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Entehep.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Entehep since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Entehep should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Entehep is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Entehep Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Entehep


    Entehep may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Entehep


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Entehep with alcohol.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Baraclude (entecavir)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 499-500

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Baraclude (entecavir)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 499-500

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Baraclude (entecavir)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 499-500

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