Tapivir 100mg Tablet

Discover how Tapivir 100mg Tablet, formulated by Taj Pharma India Ltd with Lamivudine (100mg), can assist with Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. This page provides a comprehensive overview of this medication, including its primary applications and further detailed information to support your understanding. Feel free to add it to your favorites or compare it with other available options.

MRP: ₹ 81
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Lamivudine (100mg)
Brand: Taj Pharma India Ltd
Uses: Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Description

Tapivir 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
Tapivir 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: Tapivir 100mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Tapivir 100mg Tablet is recommended.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Tapivir 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tapivir 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	SAFE: Tapivir 100mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Tapivir 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: Tapivir 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 Tapivir 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 of Tapivir 100mg Tablet

In Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection In patients with chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection, Tapivir 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 Tapivir 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 Tapivir 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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