Emtaf-B Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Tenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Nucleotide analog
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Nucleoside/nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs)
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	691

FAQ

How should I take Emtaf-B?

You should take Emtaf-B in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Emtaf-B works best when taken with meals or just afterwards. However, taking it without food does not reduce its effectiveness. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.

What should I do if I forget to take Emtaf-B?

If you forget to take Emtaf-B within 12 hours of the time you usually take it, take Emtaf-B with food as soon as possible and resume the normal dosing schedule. However, if it had been more than 12 hours since you have taken the medicine and it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and simply resume the usual dosing schedule.

For how long do I need to take Emtaf-B for HBV infection?

Duration of treatment will depend on the severity of HBV infection. You will need to take periodic blood tests to keep a check on the viral load and number of T cells. Your doctor will then decide the duration of the medicine accordingly. In some cases, treatment is required life long.

I vomited after taking Emtaf-B. What should I do?

If vomiting occurs within 1 hour of taking Emtaf-B then you should take another tablet. However, if you vomit after more than an hour of taking Emtaf-B then you need not take another tablet. Consult your doctor if you have vomiting every time you take Emtaf-B or if the vomiting persists for a longer duration.

Is Emtaf-B safe?

Emtaf-B is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Does Emtaf-B prevent passing of HIV-1 and HBV to others?

In case of HIV-1 infection, Emtaf-B may reduce the risk of passing the virus to others, but the chances of infecting others still persist. However, in case of HBV infection, Emtaf-B has not proven to reduce risk of transferring the virus to others. Therefore, the patients of both HIV-1 infection and HBV infection should practice safe sex and should not share dirty needles.

What if you forget to take Emtaf-B?

If you miss a dose of Emtaf-B, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Emtaf-B Tablet Reviews

Emtaf-B is used in the treatment of HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Emtaf-B should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body. It is important to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Common side effects of this medicine include headache, diarrhea, nausea, joint pain, abdominal pain, and indigestion. Please consult your doctor if it persists for a longer duration. These are usually not serious but tell your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. Rarely, some people may experience a skin reaction or liver damage. Your doctor will closely monitor you for these in the initial period of treatment.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any skin problems or liver or kidney disease. While using it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts and liver function. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Talk to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

How Emtaf-B Tablet Works

Emtaf-B is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

How to Use Emtaf-B Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Emtaf-B is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Emtaf-B Tablet

In Treatment of Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection: Chronic hepatitis B virus infection is a serious liver infection that has been there for at least 6 months and is still not cured. Emtaf-B helps treat this infection effectively. It lowers the chances of complications, such as new infections, and improves one’s quality of life. If this infection is not treated, it can lead to severe liver damage, which can cause other life-threatening problems, such as liver failure, or may also be fatal.

Uses of Emtaf-B Tablet

Treatment of Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Emtaf-B Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Emtaf-B is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Emtaf-B may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Emtaf-B is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emtaf-B may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Emtaf-B is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Emtaf-B should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Emtaf-B may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Emtaf-B. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don't share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.
You have been prescribed Emtaf-B for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
Emtaf-B may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
In combination with other medicines, it is used for the treatment of HIV infections.
Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.
You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication.
During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.