Entecavir
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Baraclude?
Brand Names: Canada:
Baraclude?
Uses
- It is used to treat hepatitis B infection.
- Entecavir works to harm the virus and fight the infection.
Dosing
How to take
- To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
- Use as you have been told, even if you are feeling better.
- Take on an empty stomach. Take 2 hours before or 2 hours after meals.
- There is a liquid (solution) if you cannot swallow pills.
- Those who have feeding tubes may also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after this drug is given (delay feeding for 2 hours after getting this drug).
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