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Tenofovir Alafenamide

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Tenofovir Alafenamide

This medication is a nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor. It is used in combination with other drugs to treat chronic hepatitis B and HIV-1 infections. The drug works by blocking the growth of the virus and its ability to infect other liver cells. n

nBefore using this medication, inform your doctor if you have both HIV and HBV infections, taking any other medications, pregnant or breastfeeding a baby.n

n The dosage for this drug is prescribed by the doctor on the basis of age, medical history and present condition of the patient.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Tenofovir Alafenamide

    • Hepatitis B

    • Hiv Infection

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Tenofovir Alafenamide ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Tenofovir Alafenamide ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Tenofovir Alafenamide

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The duration of the effect of this drug is not clinically known.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The peak effect is observed within 0.5 hours of administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Consult your doctor before consuming it if you are pregnant.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No clinical data is available regarding the habit-forming tendencies.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Consult a doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding a baby.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      This medication may alter the functioning of the kidney and is not recommended for people who suffer from kidney diseases and other renal problems.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      This medication is not recommended for patients suffering form liver diseases it can lead to other complications. Consult your doctor if you have any queries.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

    Where is the Tenofovir Alafenamide approved?

    • India

    • United States

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Tenofovir Alafenamide

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Tenofovir Alafenamide as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    The medication causes inhibition of the activity of the HIV reverse transcriptase. This activity occurs by way of competition to deoxyadenosine 5’triphosphate, the natural substrate after getting incorporated within the DNA by termination of the chain.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Sexologist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Tenofovir Alafenamide ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Limit the consumption of alcohol if you are taking this drug.

      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        Do not use this drug in combination with 4-hydroxycoumarin, 6-Deoxyerythronolide B, 7-ethyl-10-hydroxycamptothecin, 9-aminocamptothecin, Abacavir, Abatacept, Acebutolol and Acarbose.

      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        PPatients suffering from pre-existing liver disease or kidney disorder should exercise caution during the course of medication.

      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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