Treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
Therapeutic Effects
Inhibits DNA synthesis
Reduces viral count in the body
Suppresses HBV replication
Improves liver conditions by reducing liver inflammation
Prevents further liver damage caused by the virus
Dosage and Administration
Oral prescription drug
Dose and duration determined by doctor based on disease condition, body weight, and age
Take at the same time, with or without food
Do not break, chew, crush, or break the tablet
Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water
If you forget a dose, take it at the scheduled time; do not take a double dose
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment. Enteca 0.5mg tablet should not be taken while pregnant unless specifically advised by your doctor.
Breastfeeding: Avoid breastfeeding your baby while on the treatment, as it is unknown whether Enteca 0.5mg tablet passes into the breast milk. Consult your doctor for more advice before initiating the therapy.
Lungs: It is unknown whether Enteca 0.5mg tablet is safe to be administered in patients with lung diseases. Inform your physician if you have any lung diseases before initiating the therapy.
Liver: Enteca 0.5mg tablet should be cautiously administered in patients with liver diseases. Dose adjustments are necessary. However, inform your physician if you have any liver diseases before initiating the therapy.
Alcohol: It is highly unsafe to drink alcohol while taking an Enteca 0.5mg tablet. It may reduce the effectiveness of the drug and can cause liver damage.
Driving: Limited studies are available on the effects of Enteca 0.5mg tablet on driving and ability. Dizziness and seizures have been reported by the patients. However, if you experience these, inform your doctor and seek medical advice.
Side Effects
Serious: Lactic acidosis (muscle pain, troubled breathing, stomach pain, irregular heartbeat, cold, especially in arms and legs, dizziness); liver problems (yellow skin and whites of the eyes, dark urine, light-colored stools, lower stomach pain)
Enteca 0.5mg tablet is used to treat hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults, children, and adolescents (2-18 years old).
How does Enteca 0.5mg tablet work?
Enteca 0.5mg tablet works by inhibiting the DNA synthesis in the Hepatitis B virus by competing with a natural substrate (deoxyguanosine triphosphate), reducing the viral count, and improving liver conditions.
What are the common side effects of Enteca 0.5mg tablet?
Nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, insomnia (inability to sleep), fatigue (extreme tiredness), and indigestion are the common side effects of Enteca 0.5mg tablet.
Does Enteca 0.5mg tablet cause lactic acidosis?
Enteca 0.5mg tablet may cause lactic acidosis (excess lactic acid in the blood), a rare but severe adverse effect, particularly in obese women. But if you have nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain while taking this drug, please contact your physician immediately.
Is Enteca 0.5mg tablet medicine safe for pregnancy?
Suppose you are pregnant or plan to get pregnant; talk to your doctor before taking this drug because it is unknown whether it is safe to take during pregnancy. Women of childbearing age taking Enteca 0.5mg tablet should use an effective contraception method to avoid getting pregnant.
Can Enteca 0.5mg tablet harm the liver?
Enteca 0.5mg tablet can cause serious liver issues like steatosis and hepatomegaly (liver enlargement) (an increased build-up of fat in the liver). If you have a medical history of liver conditions, please consult your doctor, and the dose may be adjusted as needed.
How is Enteca 0.5mg tablet taken?
Enteca 0.5mg tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor, and you should keep taking it until they advise you to stop. It is normally taken once daily on an empty stomach, at least 2 hours after and before the next meal, and it is advisable to take it every day at around the same time.
Is Enteca 0.5mg tablet effective in treating hepatitis B virus infection?
Yes, the Enteca 0.5mg tablet is effective in suppressing the replication of the hepatitis B virus and reducing the amount of virus in the blood.
How long should Enteca 0.5mg tablet be taken?
Avoid stopping this drug without first talking to your doctor. Enteca 0.5mg tablet withdrawal before treatment may make your hepatitis worse, and this may occur in the initial months after stopping the medicine. Take the medication exactly as directed.
Enteca 0.5mg tablet vs. Tenofovir: which is more effective?
Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) and Enteca 0.5mg tablet (ETV) are effective antivirals that are recommended as first-line monotherapies for chronic hepatitis B (CHB) infection treatment.
