Cronivir 0.5mg Tablet 30'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Entecavir 0.5 mg
Manufacturer
Hetero Healthcare Limited
Variant
30 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET contains Entecavir which belongs to the group of medicines called Antiviral agents. It is used to manage chronic Hepatitis-B infection in adults, children, and adolescents (2-18 years old). Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and can cause both acute and chronic disease. Prior to the management, your doctor may want you to take several blood tests to understand your existing condition. Before taking CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart disease, or HIV infection. CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children (less than 2 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking it. The most common
Uses
OF CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET Used to manage chronic Hepatitis-B infection
How It Works
CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET works by inhibiting the multiplication of virus in human cells. It also inhibits the virus from producing new viruses and clears up the infection.
Directions for Use
Take CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET are headache, inability to sleep, extreme tiredness, dizziness, sleepiness, vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, or indigestion. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects gets worse. USES OF CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET Used to manage chronic Hepatitis-B infection HOW CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET WORKSCRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET works by inhibiting the multiplication of virus in human cells. It also inhibits the virus from producing new viruses and clears up the infection. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLETCOMMON headache inability to sleep extreme tiredness dizziness sleepiness vomiting diarrhoea nausea indigestion raised blood levels of liver enzymes low levels of a type of white blood cells needed in fighting infection (in children and adolescents) UNCOMMON rash hair loss RARE severe allergic reaction
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedCRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless specifically directed by your doctor. It is important that women of childbearing age being managed with CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET use an effective method of contraception to avoid becoming pregnant. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedCRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET is not recommended during breastfeeding, as it is not known if this medicine passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor for advice. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy, tired, or sleepy after taking CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET. KIDNEYUse with CautionCRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERUse with CautionCRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with impaired liver function. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Entecavir or any other ingredients of this medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSConsult your doctorCRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children (under 2 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSBefore taking CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have HIV infection have lactic acidosis previously took management for HBV infection
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Entecavir Pharmacological Category : Nucleoside analogue Therapeutic Indication : Chronic Hepatitis B infection Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET out of reach of children Do not store above 30°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Cronivir 0.5mg Tablet 30'S.
Is CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET safe in pregnancy?
It has not been demonstrated if CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET is safe to use during pregnancy, so inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. It is important that women of childbearing age being managed with CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET should use an effective method of contraception to avoid becoming pregnant.
Can CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET cause diarrhea?
Yes. Diarrhea is a common side effect of CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET. Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor. If you experience persistent diarrhea, consult your doctor.
What if I forget to take a dose of CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember and then continue your management as usual. Do not take the medicine twice to make up for the forgotten dose. It is important to take CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET regularly, because if you take it at irregular intervals, you may be more likely to have a hypersensitivity reaction.
Can I stop taking CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET?
Do not stop taking CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET without consulting your doctor. Some people may get very serious symptoms of hepatitis when they stop taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any changes in symptoms after stopping this management. Even after your management with CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET is stopped, your doctor will continue to monitor you and take blood tests.
Can CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET cause any serious side effects?
CRONIVIR 0.5MG TABLET can cause rare but serious side effects like lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in your blood) and enlargement of the liver, that might occasionally be fatal. Symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and stomach pain might indicate the development of lactic acidosis. It occurs more often in overweight women. Your doctor will monitor you regularly while you are receiving management with this medicine.
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Last Updated
31 Oct 2023