Shanvudin 100mg Tablet

Let us guide you through the essential information about Shanvudin 100mg Tablet. This page details its approved uses, provides clear instructions on how to use it, outlines potential side effects you should be aware of, and highlights important warnings and precautions. Remember, the information here is a supplement to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice regarding Shanvudin 100mg Tablet.

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MRP: ₹ 99
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Lamivudine (100mg)
Brand: Shantha Biotech
Uses: Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Description

Shanvudin 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells
This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection
Shanvudin 100mg Tablet is not a cure for HIV or AIDS and only helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body
This helps to lower your risk of getting HIV-related complications and improves your lifespan
It is prescribed in combination with other HIV medicines
Your doctor will recommend the best medicines for you and will decide the doses that you need
Follow carefully the instructions for all the medicines that you are given
It can be taken with or without food
Taking all these medicines regularly at the right times greatly increases their effectiveness and reduces the chances of HIV becoming resistant to them
It is important not to miss doses and to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, diarrhea, and rash
These are usually not serious but tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away
Rarely, some people may experience a skin reaction or liver damage
Your doctor will closely monitor you for these in the initial period of treatment
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease
While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function
Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage
Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine
Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive
Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

Cautions

Liver:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Shanvudin 100mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Shanvudin 100mg Tablet is recommended.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Shanvudin 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Shanvudin 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	SAFE: Shanvudin 100mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Shanvudin 100mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Shanvudin 100mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Shanvudin 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Nucleoside/nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs)
Therapeutic class:	ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Nucleoside analog

Uses

Uses of Shanvudin 100mg Tablet

In Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection In patients with chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection, Shanvudin 100mg Tablet works by preventing the HBV virus from multiplying in the body
It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better
This lowers the chances of getting complications and improves the quality of life
This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines
It is not a cure and should neither be used to prevent HBV infection
It is important that you Take Shanvudin 100mg Tablet as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor
Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of the medicine.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Shanvudin 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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