Tenofovir disoproxil Hexal
This medicine treats HIV and/or hepatitis B infections by stopping viruses from multiplying.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
245 mg
Active Ingredient
Tenofovir disoproxil
Manufacturer
Hexal A/S
How to Use
Dosage
Adults and young people aged 12-18 weighing at least 35 kg: 1 tablet once a day.
Method
Take the tablet with food. If you have trouble swallowing, you can crush the tablet and mix it with about 100 ml of water, orange juice, or grape juice. Drink the mixture immediately.
Important
One tablet per day. Do not take more than your doctor prescribes.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Diarrhea
- •Vomiting
- •Nausea
- •Dizziness
- •Rash
- •Feeling weak
- •Low blood phosphate levels
- •Headache
- •Stomach pain
- •Tiredness
- •Bloating
- •Flatulence (gas)
- •Bone loss
- •Liver problems
RARE
- •Stomach pain from pancreas inflammation
- •Kidney tubule damage
- •Muscle breakdown
- •Muscle pain
- •Muscle weakness
- •Low blood potassium levels
- •Increased blood creatinine levels
- •Pancreas problems
- •Lactic acidosis (signs include deep, rapid breathing, feeling very sleepy, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain)
- •Stomach pain from liver inflammation
- •Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to tenofovir or any other ingredient in this medicine. Tell your doctor immediately.
- This medicine does not stop hepatitis B virus (HBV) from spreading to others. Always use protection.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems or if tests show kidney damage. Your doctor will monitor your kidney function.
- Tell your doctor if you have osteoporosis, bone fractures, or other bone disorders, as this medicine can weaken your bones.
- Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or hepatitis (B or C), as your risk of serious liver damage may be higher.
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- If you have advanced HIV or infections, treatment may initially worsen infection symptoms as your immune system starts working better. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any new signs of infection.
- Do not take this medicine if you are already taking other medicines containing tenofovir or medicines that can harm your kidneys. Always tell your doctor about all your other medicines.