Tudofovir
Composition for Tudofovir Products
Tudofovir Products are primarily used for
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infectionProducts for Tudofovir
Tudofovir Tablet
bottle of 30 tablets
MRP₹1218.75
Substitute brands for Tudofovir
About Tudofovir Products
Uses of Tudofovir Products
Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate is used in the treatment of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
Tudofovir Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Tudofovir are Diarrhea, Nausea, Rash, Weakness, Vomiting, Fatigue, Abdominal pain, Increased transaminase level in blood, Decreased phosphate level in blood, Pain, Dizziness, Depression, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Fever, Itching.
How Tudofovir Products work
Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
In Depth Information for Tudofovir Products
- You have been prescribed Tudofovir for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
- In combination with other medicines, it is used for the treatment of HIV infections.
- Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.
- Tudofovir may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication.
- You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don't share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.
- During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.
- You have been prescribed Tudofovir for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
- In combination with other medicines, it is used for the treatment of HIV infections.
- Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.
- Tudofovir may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication.
- You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don't share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.
- During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.
Patient Concerns about Tudofovir Products
Frequently asked questions about Tudofovir Products
Q. Does Tudofovir Tablet prevent passing of HIV-1 and HBV to others?
In case of HIV-1 infection, Tudofovir Tablet may reduce the risk of passing the virus to others, but the chances of infecting others still persist. However, in case of HBV infection, Tudofovir Tablet has not proven to reduce risk of transferring the virus to others. Therefore, the patients of both HIV-1 infection and HBV infection should practice safe sex and should not share dirty needles.
Q. Is Tudofovir Tablet safe?
Tudofovir Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How should I take Tudofovir Tablet?
You should take Tudofovir Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Tudofovir Tablet works best when taken with meals or just afterwards. However, taking it without food does not reduce its effectiveness. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.
Q. For how long do I need to take Tudofovir Tablet for HBV infection?
Duration of treatment will depend on the severity of HBV infection. You will need to take periodic blood tests to keep a check on the viral load and number of T cells. Your doctor will then decide the duration of the medicine accordingly. In some cases, treatment is required life long.
Q. I vomited after taking Tudofovir Tablet. What should I do?
Take another tablet of Tudofovir Tablet if you vomit within 1 hour of taking it. If you vomit after more than an hour of taking Tudofovir Tablet, then you need not take another tablet. Consult your doctor if you have vomiting every time you take Tudofovir Tablet or if the vomiting persists for a longer duration.
Q. What should I do if I forget to take Tudofovir Tablet?
If you forget to take Tudofovir Tablet within 12 hours of the time you usually take it, you should take Tudofovir Tablet with food as soon as possible and resume the normal dosing schedule. If you miss a dose of Tudofovir Tablet by more than 12 hours and it is almost time for the next dose, you should not take the missed dose and simply resume the usual dosing schedule.