What is Baraclude?:
- Baraclude (entecavir) is a prescription medicine used for chronic infection with hepatitis B virus (HBV) in adults where the virus is multiplying and damaging the liver.
Forms:
- 0.5mg tablet (white tablet)
- 1.0mg tablet (pink tablet)
- Liquid oral solution
Dosage:
- 1 tablet (0.5mg or 1.0mg) once each day or
- 10ml or 20ml or oral solution once daily
Instructions:
- Take Baraclude on an empty stomach 2 hours before or 2 hours after a meal.
- Take Baraclude the same time each day.
- To be affective, Baraclude must be taken as prescribed without missing doses.
Side Effects:
- Lactic acidosis characterized by flu like symptoms, muscle aches, fever, malaise, fatigue.
- Hepatitis b exacerbation can occur if Baraclude is stopped abruptly.
- Baraclude has been found to contribute to HIV medication resistance.
Special Instructions:
- Never stop taking Baraclude without first talking to your doctor.
- Take on an empty stomach 2 hours before or after a meal.
For More Information:
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