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Adefovir (Systemic)

Brand Names : Hepsera

Adefovir | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

Dosing - 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.

  • For oral dosage form (tablets):
    • For treatment of hepatitis B infection:
      • Adults: 10 milligrams (mg) once daily. May take with or without food.
      • 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:

  • Keep out of the reach of children.
  • 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.
  • Keep the medicine from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
  • Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.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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