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Adefovir (Systemic)

Brand Names : Hepsera

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Category
  • Antiviral, systemic
Description

Adefovir (a-DEF-oh-veer) is used to treat adults with chronic infections of active hepatitis B. Adefovir is not a cure for the hepatitis B virus, but it may lower the amount of hepatitis B virus in your body. It may also lower the ability of the virus to multiply in your body.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

    Oral
  • Tablets (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

  • Hepsera

Generic name product may be available in the U.S.

† Not commercially available in Canada.


   

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Adefovir: Before Using



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