Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet | 10 Tablets in 1 Strip

Introduction of Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet

Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults. It can be used in people whose liver is damaged but still functions properly and in people whose liver is damaged and does not function properly. It is also used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis B (HBV) virus infection in children and adolescents aged 2 years to less than 18 years. Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet can be used in children whose liver is damaged but still functions properly. Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age or weighing less than 10kg.

Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet may cause some common side effects of this medicine including headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, fatigue, diarrhoea, and rash. 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 Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits of taking this medication, as well as any other questions or concerns you may have and also important to let your doctor you have any pre-existing diseases or using any medications, vitamins supplements, herbal medicine you are taking. 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.

Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet should be taken with or without food daily once daily. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions for taking Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet to continue taking the medication as prescribed even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet or change your dosage without first consulting your doctor.

Uses of Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet

Chronic Hepatitis B: Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis B is a long-term infection with the hepatitis B virus (HBV) that can cause serious liver problems, including liver scarring (cirrhosis), liver cancer, and liver failure. It is a common viral infection that affects the liver, and it can be transmitted from person to person through contact with blood, semen, vaginal secretions, or other bodily fluids.

Benefits of Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet

Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet helps to reduce the amount of Hepatitis-B Virus in the body, which can help slow the progression of liver damage caused by the virus.

Alentos 0.5 mg can help whoever is suffering from liver disease. it can improve liver function in people with chronic Hepatitis_B Virus infection.

Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet may decrease the risk of complications including liver scarring (cirrhosis), liver cancer, and liver failure.

Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet may reduce the symptoms such as fatigue, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite and improve the quality of life.

Side Effects of Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet

​​​​Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet may cause some side effects. If you experience any of these side effects contact your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways to manage or reduce the severity of these side effects.

Most Common Side Effects of Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet

• Headache
• Nausea
• Rash
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
  

Common Side Effects of Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet

• Lactic acidosis
• Liver problems
  

How to Use Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet?

​​​​Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet may take with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or open the tablet. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the regular time. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.

How Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet Works?

Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet works by inhibiting the action of an enzyme called reverse transcriptase, which is necessary for the HBV virus to replicate and spread. By blocking this enzyme. Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet helps to reduce the amount of virus in the body and slow the progression of liver damage caused by HBV infection.

Safety Advices Alentos 0.5 mg Tablet

Liver

Safe

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

Driving

Unsafe

Alcohol

Unsafe

Kidney

Use with Caution

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