X-Vir 0.5 (Entecavir) 0.5 mg — 30 Tablets

Indicated for the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults with:

• Evidence of active viral replication.
• Evidence of persistent elevations in serum aminotransferases (ALT or AST) or histologically active disease.

Standard Dose: One tablet (0.5 mg) once daily.

⚠️ CRITICAL ADMINISTRATION RULE (Empty Stomach):

Food significantly decreases the absorption of Entecavir. You must take it on an empty stomach:

• 🚫 At least 2 hours after a meal.
• 🚫 And at least 2 hours before the next meal.

• Hypersensitivity to Entecavir.
• HIV Co-infection: Should not be used in HIV/HBV co-infected patients who are not also receiving highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), due to the risk of HIV drug resistance.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Generally well tolerated. Potential issues include:

• Headache, fatigue, dizziness, and nausea.
• Lactic Acidosis: A rare but serious metabolic complication.
• Severe Acute Exacerbation: Hepatitis B may worsen significantly if treatment is discontinued abruptly. Do not stop taking X-Vir without medical advice.