Heptavir 100mg Tablet

Heptavir 100mg Tablet contains Lamivudine, a nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) used in the treatment of HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus infection. HIV is a human immunodeficiency virus that attacks and destroys immune system cells, reducing the body's ability to fight infections and leading to serious illness if left untreated. This medicine does not completely cure the infection; it reduces the viral load in your body and increases CD4 cell count, which are important cells that help your body fight infection.

Before taking this tablet, inform your physician if you have liver disorders, including hepatitis B or C, kidney problems, or are overweight, particularly if you are a woman. Inform your physician if you or your children have these conditions. Your doctor may conduct additional monitoring, including blood tests, during treatment. Patients with kidney disease may require dose adjustment.

Do not take Heptavir 100mg Tablet if you are allergic to Lamivudine or any other ingredient in the formulation. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Discuss fertility concerns with your doctor.

Do not share personal objects such as toothbrushes or razors with other people. Do not breastfeed while taking this medication. Discuss safe sex practices with your doctor. Use contraception to reduce the risk of HIV transmission.

HIV infection Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Heptavir 100mg tablet works by inhibiting the reverse transcriptase enzyme of HIV, restricting the replication of the viral genome, and reducing the production of new infectious viral particles. It mainly interferes with reverse transcription and inhibits the spread of HIV

Take Heptavir 100mg tablet as advised by your physician. Usually, this medicine will be given once a day. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the medicine if your doctor advises you to stop.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Signs of osteonecrosis (stiffness in the joints, pain in hip, knee, or shoulder) Liver problems (yellowing of whites of eyes and skin, urine turns dark, light-colored stools) Muscle weakness Heart palpitations Tremor (neurological disorder) or hyperactivity Common Headache, dizziness Nausea, vomiting Diarrhea, stomach pain Tiredness, lack of energy Muscle pain, joint pain Difficulty in sleeping Cough, runny nose Rash, hair loss

To prevent the spread of HIV infection, avoid sharing needles or syringes, which can transmit HIV-1 infections easily. It's necessary for individuals who use injectable drugs to use sterile needles and syringes and never share them with others. Personal items like toothbrushes, razor blades, or anything that can have blood or body fluids on them should also be avoided. They should not be shared because HIV-1 can be present in blood and certain body fluids, and sharing these items could mainly transmit the virus. Do not double-dose if you forget the dose. Inform your physician if you have any kidney disorders. Your physician will monitor your kidney condition before starting the treatment and may reduce the dose. Contact your health care professional immediately if you experience any side effects.