HETERO (Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate 300mg) x 30 TABLETS.
Generic name: Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate.
Brand name: Hetero
Class: Nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI).
Pack size: 30 tablets.
Form: Tablets.
Strength: 300 mg.
Amount: ₦14,900
Description: Hetero Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, 300mg tablet is used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults and pediatric patients 2 years and older. It is also used in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and pediatric patients 2 years and older. It works by interfering with the viral enzyme reverse transcriptase, which is needed for the virus to multiply.
Key features:
• Available in 300mg strength.
• Film-coated tablet formulation.
• Requires prescription.
Side effects:
• Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis.
• Worsening of hepatitis B infection.
• New onset or worsening of renal impairment.
• Bone effects.
• Immune reconstitution syndrome.
• Redistribution/accumulation of body fat.
Caution:
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Avoid use with concurrent or recent use of nephrotoxic drugs.
• Consult doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Close monitoring is required for several months after discontinuation in patients with hepatitis B.
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