Adefovir (Systemic)
Brand Names : Hepsera
Proper Use of This MedicineDosing - The dose of adefovir will be different for different patients.
Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the
label
. The following information includes only the average doses of
adefovir. If your dose is different, do not
change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so.
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For oral
dosage form (tablets):
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For treatment of hepatitis B infection:
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Adults: 10 milligrams (mg) once daily. May take with or without food.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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 dosing schedule. Do not double
doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Keep the medicine from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your
health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not
use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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