How Entecavir works

Entecavir prevents the multiplication of HIV virus in human cells. Thus stops the HIV virus from producing new viruses.

Side Effects

Fatigue, Headache, Nausea, Dizziness

Usage

Entecavir is used in the treatment of HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Entecavir/baraclude used for?

Baraclude is a trade name for active drug Entecavir. Entecavir is an antiviral drug and is used to treat long-term infection of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus

Q. What is Entecavir monohydrate?

Entecavir monohydrate is the salt form of active drug Entecavir which is used in the preparation of different formulations (eg. Tablets). It has the same antiviral activity like Entecavir and is used to treat long-term infection of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus

Q. Is Entecavir/baraclude effective?

Baraclude is a trade name for active drug Entecavir and is used to treat long-term infection of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus. It is effective if used as advised by your doctor. The effectiveness of Entecavir may vary depending upon individual cases

Q. What are the side effects of baraclude?

Baraclude is a trade name for active drug entecavir and has the same side effects as entecavir

Q. How does baraclude work?

Baraclude is a trade name for active drug entecavir. Entecavir is an antiviral drug and works by blocking the DNA synthesis in hepatitis B virus, a process essential for the virus to grow and multiply. It stops the virus from spreading in the body

Q. Does Entecavir work/how fast does Entecavir work?

Entecavir is an antiviral drug used to treat long-term infection of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus. It is effective if used as advised by your doctor. The effectiveness and duration of treatment may vary upon individual response

Q. Does Entecavir affect sperm or cause weight gain?

No. Entecavir has no known effect on sperm or increasing body weight.