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Virzaf Adefovir is used to treat chronic hepatitis B infection in adults and children 12 years of age and older. Adefovir is in a class of drugs called nucleotide analogues, which work by reducing the amount of hepatitis B virus (HBV) in the body. However, Virzaf or Adefovir will not cure hepatitis B, its spread to others, and may not prevent complications of hepatitis B.1. What are the effects of Virzaf?
Virzaf contains adefovir dipivoxil as an active ingredient. This is a medicine used to treat hepatitis B in people 12 years of age and older who have a chronic infection with the active hepatitis B virus.Accordingly, Virzaf drug has the following effects:
Reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus (HBV) in the body. Improves the condition of the liver.
2. Notes when using Virzaf
Virzaf or Adefovir dipivoxil can cause serious side effects, including:
Your hepatitis B infection gets worse, especially if you take the medicine and then stop taking it. Serious kidney problems, especially in people who have pre-existing kidney disease or are being treated with medicines that affect the kidneys. Therefore, your doctor will do blood tests to check your kidney function during treatment with Virzaf. Your doctor can check you for HIV-1 before you start taking Virzaf. If you are already infected with HBV, HIV-1 and take only Adefovir, the HIV-1 virus can become resistant to the drug and more difficult to treat. Lactic acidosis may occur in some people taking Virzaf. This is a serious medical emergency that can lead to death. Therefore, call your doctor right away if you notice any of the following symptoms: Feeling tired, muscle pain, shortness of breath, stomach pain with nausea and vomiting, feeling cold, especially in your arms and legs, dizziness or lightheadedness, fast or irregular heartbeat. Severe liver damage. Call your doctor at once if you have any of the following signs: jaundice, dark urine, pale stools, nausea, loss of appetite, and right upper quadrant abdominal pain.
3. Who should not take virzaf?
Do not take Virzaf if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Before taking Virzaf, tell your doctor if:
Have problems with kidney function. The dose of Virzaf may need to be changed. Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Information on the effect of Virzaf on pregnancy is still unclear. Breastfeeding. Also, tell your doctor about all medications you are taking, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some drugs can affect the way Virzaf is metabolized and absorbed.
4. How to take Virzaf?
Take the Virzaf pill exactly as your doctor tells you to. Your doctor will tell you how many Virzaf tablets you should take, when, and for how long during treatment. Do not change your dose or stop taking Virzaf without talking to your doctor. Your hepatitis may get worse if you change your dose or stop taking it. Take Virzaf tablets at the same time each day as prescribed by your doctor to avoid forgetting them. Virzaf can be taken with or without food. If you accidentally take too much Virzaf, call your doctor or go to the nearest emergency room right away.
5. Possible side effects when taking Virzaf
Virzaf can cause side effects such as weakness, headache, upset stomach and nausea. However, these are not all possible side effects. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist, especially during use and long-term monitoring.
In summary, Virzaf containing Adefovir is presented as a tablet for long-term oral administration at the usual dose of 1 time per day. The main effect of Virzaf is to prevent or reduce the activity of the virus in hepatitis B. This is a prescription drug, patients must not use it on their own, but need to comply with the instructions for taking the drug, avoiding skipping meals. or forget to take medicine to limit damage to the liver.
