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Side effect(s) of Adefovir Dipivoxil


Review the side-effects of Adefovir Dipivoxil as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Most Common
- Weakness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, indigestion, flatulence, increased creatinine, and decrease in blood phosphate level.

   Gastrointestinal
- Inflammation of pancreas.

   Muscuskeletal
- Muscle pain and softening of bones.

   Genitourinary
- Kidney failure and Fanconi syndrome.

Other Precautions :

It does not stop the spread of HBV to others; avoid sexual contact, sharing of needles and injection supplies.

Drug Name : Adefovir Dipivoxil

Adefovir Dipivoxil is an antiviral agent prescribed to treat hepatitis B, a chronic viral infection of the liver in patients 12 years and above. It works by preventing the virus from spreading and infecting new liver cells.


Trade Names for Adefovir Dipivoxil

India :


International :


Hepsera.
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