Entehep 1 mg (Entecavir)

What Is Entehep 1 mg?

You will be shocked to know that the hepatitis B virus has infected 350 million people all around the world to date. And among them, 1.2 million cases were reported alone in the United States.

This virus seems like it’s not going to stop so easily even though there is a vaccine available for it. The main reason behind this is that the hepatitis B life cycle is very complex and can take as long as 6 months or even more to cure. Entehep 1 mg is a very cure for this scary virus. 

The big pharmaceutical groups i.e., Zydus Cadila manufacture these pills abundantly. In fact, the approval from the FDA in 2005 makes it even the safest and most reliable choice for doctors in the treatment of HBV. Let’s discuss further about Entehep 1 mg and hepatitis b virus in detail. 

Uses Of Entehep 1 mg

You should get vaccinated against HBV soon (however if you have not been vaccinated), doctors use Entehep 1 mg as one of the treatment plans along with a side of some well-needed painkillers and rest. Entecavir, which is a member of the class of drugs known as antivirals, is the main ingredient that manufactures these pills.

Usually, the virus takes a little longer to showcase its symptoms which makes it delicate to handle. There are certain tests that need to be done on the patient to know a detailed diagnosis and determine whether it is an acute or chronic condition.

Normally the outcomes of the hepatitis b lab values include Hepatitis B e antigen levels, Hepatitis B surface antigen levels, liver function tests, and many more. All these tests help doctors determine the seriousness of conditions and plan a treatment regimen accordingly. If you are a victim of this virus Entehep 1mg could be the potential part of the treatment. 

Benefits Of Entehep 1mg

If you have received a Hepatitis B positive test, that means the virus has already entered your liver cells and started its work actively. Once it reaches the nucleus of the organ(liver), it changes its DNA into cDNA, a circular structure that acts as a basis for the multiplication of the virus.

Here Entehep 1 mg benefits by stopping the virus from replicating and spreading further. Additionally, it can significantly lower the inflammatory sensations caused by HBV. Another benefit is that the drug gradually but effectively helps in tailoring the scarred liver tissues. Moreover, if the virus is inhibited it can avert you from fatal liver cancer such as cirrhosis. 

Directions For Use 

Strictly follow and rely on the instructions of your doctor if you have been provided with Entehep 1 mg dosage otherwise things can really go south. The following are some common steps to look out for;

• Pop in the pill with a glass of water(not too warm, nor too chilled). 
• Abstain from alcohol consumption at every cost, because it will be like adding fuel to the ongoing fire. 
• Usually, the pill is taken on an empty stomach. You can also take it with meals but make sure to maintain the 2 hours gap in both cases.  

Side Effects Of Entehep 1 mg

Unfortunately, there exist some potential side effects of the pill, which however can be avoided to some extent if the prescription is followed properly. Take a look at some common side effects;

• Low levels of WBC(white blood cells)
• Sleep disturbances
• Acute fatigue
• Vertigo
• Drowsiness
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Headache

Interactions

Drug interactions occur when two different medication classes interact, and they can have negative consequences and can even result in fatalities. Therefore, let your doctor know about all the drugs you are taking for your health issues.

• Acylin 
• Viromax
• Cloviral 
• Logivir 
• Acivir 
• Amphotericin B
• Warfarin, aspirin, and heparin 
• Rifampin 
• Phenytoin
• Allopurinol 
• Probenecid