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Hepbest Tablet 30's, Pack of 1 TABLET
Hepbest Tablet 30's, Pack of 1 TABLET
Hepbest Tablet 30's, Pack of 1 TABLET
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Composition :

TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE-25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Hepbest Tablet

Hepbest Tablet belongs to the group of medicines known as ‘antiviral medicines used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults with compensated liver disease. Chronic hepatitis B is a long-term viral infection caused by the hepatitis B virus.

Hepbest Tablet contains ‘Tenofovir alafenamide’. It inhibits HBV replication by incorporating the HBV reverse transcriptase into viral DNA, resulting in DNA chain termination. Thereby, it prevents the virus from producing new viruses and clears the infection.

Take Hepbest Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Therapy should be initiated by a physician experienced in managing chronic hepatitis B. You may sometimes experience headaches, diarrhoea, vomiting, feeling sick (nausea), and rash. Most of these side effects of Hepbest Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

You should not take Hepbest Tablet if you are allergic to Hepbest Tablet or any other contents present in it. Avoid taking Hepbest Tablet if you have or had a history of severe kidney or liver impairment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects. You are recommended to avoid driving while using Hepbest Tablet as it may cause dizziness, affecting your ability to drive or use machines. Should not use Hepbest Tablet for children less than 12 years of age. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others.

Uses of Hepbest Tablet

Treatment of Chronic hepatitis B

Directions for Use

• Hepbest Tablet can be taken with meals for better effectiveness.• It is usually taken once daily or as advised by your doctor.• Swallow Hepbest Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not break, chew, or crush it.

Medicinal Benefits

Hepbest Tablet ‘tenofovir alafenamide’, an antiviral drug used to treat hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults with compensated liver disease. It inhibits HBV replication by incorporating the HBV reverse transcriptase into viral DNA, resulting in DNA chain termination. Thereby it prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection.

How Hepbest Tablet Works

Hepbest Tablet contains ‘Tenofovir alafenamide’. It inhibits HBV replication by incorporating the HBV reverse transcriptase into viral DNA, resulting in DNA chain termination. Thereby, it prevents the virus from producing new viruses and clears the infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Hepbest Tablet
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.
Here are the 7 step-by-step strategies to manage the side effect of "inability to sleep" caused by medication usage:
  • Prepare for a restful night's sleep: Develop a calming pre-sleep routine, like reading or meditation, to help your body relax and prepare for sleep.
  • Create a sleep-conducive Environment: Make bedroom a sleep haven by ensuring it is quiet, dark and calm.
  • Follow a Sleep Schedule: Go to bed and get up at the same time every day to help regulate your body's internal clock and increase sleep quality.
  • Try relaxing techniques like deep breathing, mindfulness meditation and any others.
  • Limit stimulating activities before bedtime: Avoid stimulating activities before bedtime to improve sleep quality.
  • Monitor Progress: Keep track of your sleep patterns to identify areas for improvement.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If these steps don't improve your sleep, consult a doctor for further guidance and therapy.
Managing depression as a side effect of medication: a comprehensive guide.
  • Remember, managing depression as a side effect of medication requires patience, persistence, and collaboration with your healthcare team.
  • Tell your doctor about your depression symptoms to adjust medication.
  • Consult a therapist or counsel for emotional support.
  • Engage in regular exercise to release endorphins (neurotransmitters).
  • Practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation and deep breathing.
  • Build a support network of friends, family, and support groups.
  • Establish a consistent sleep schedule.
  • Eat a nutritious diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
  • Limit or avoid alcohol and recreational substances.
  • Keep a mood journal to track symptoms and progress.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.

What if I have taken an overdose of Hepbest Tablet

Take Hepbest Tablet only as prescribed by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

You should not take Hepbest Tablet if you are allergic to Hepbest Tablet or any other contents present in it. Avoid taking Hepbest Tablet if you have or had a history of severe kidney or liver impairment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects. You should not drive while using Hepbest Tablet as Hepbest Tablet may cause dizziness, affecting your ability to drive or use machines. Hepbest Tablet is not recommended for children less than 12 years of age. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Tenofovir alafenamideCidofovir
Critical
Tenofovir alafenamidePiroxicam
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Tenofovir alafenamideCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Coadministration of Cidofovir and Hepbest Tablet can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cidofovir and Hepbest Tablet together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Tenofovir alafenamidePiroxicam
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Coadministration of Piroxicam and Hepbest Tablet can increase the risk of kidney damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Hepbest Tablet and Piroxicam together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, a decrease in hunger, increased or decreased urine, weight gain or loss that occurs suddenly, swelling, difficulty breathing, bone pain, muscle pain, dizziness, and irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Tenofovir alafenamideSulfasalazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
The combined use of Sulfasalazine and Hepbest Tablet can increase the risk or severity of of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sulfasalazine and Hepbest Tablet together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Tenofovir alafenamideRifabutin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Taking Rifabutin and Hepbest Tablet may significantly reduce the blood levels of tenofovir which may make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hepbest Tablet with Rifabutin together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Tenofovir alafenamidevalacyclovir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Co-administration of Hepbest Tablet with valacyclovir may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Hepbest Tablet and valacyclovir together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased urination, weight loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Tenofovir alafenamideAmikacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Coadministration of Amikacin with Hepbest Tablet can increase the risk of developing kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amikacin and Hepbest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor if you experience vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, weakness, or palpitation. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Tenofovir alafenamideModafinil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Combining Hepbest Tablet with Modafinil may significantly reduce the blood levels of Hepbest Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Hepbest Tablet and Modafinil, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Tenofovir alafenamidePrimidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Coadministration of Primidone and Hepbest Tablet can reduce the blood levels of Hepbest Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Primidone and Hepbest Tablet together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Tenofovir alafenamideAciclovir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Coadministration of Aciclovir with Hepbest Tablet may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking aciclovir with Hepbest Tablet can result in an interaction. However, if the benefits outweigh the risks, your doctor will prescribe them. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
Tenofovir alafenamideSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hepbest Tablet:
Co-administration of Sirolimus and Hepbest Tablet can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sirolimus and Hepbest Tablet together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Opt for lean meat such as skinless chicken and fish.
  • Limit processed and high-sugar foods.
  • Avoid acidic foods such as tomatoes, lemons, and oranges.
  • Limit alcohol intake and quit smoking.
  • Exercise regularly as it promotes both physical and mental health.
  • Take the necessary precautions to avoid the spread of infection to other people.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIVIRALS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid drinking alcohol. Consuming alcohol while using Hepbest Tablet may worsen the condition.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Hepbest Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. However, your doctor may prescribe it for you during pregnancy if he/she feels that the benefit to you outweighs the risk. You should not take Hepbest Tablet without the doctor's advice.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor, and there is no substantial research yet on the use of Hepbest Tablet in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Hepbest Tablet can cause dizziness. If you feel dizzy when taking Hepbest Tablet , do not drive and use any tools or machines.

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Liver

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Hepbest Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing them to you.

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Kidney

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Hepbest Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing them to you.

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Children

Unsafe

Should not use Hepbest Tablet in children below 12 years of age.

Have a query?

FAQs

Hepbest Tablet belongs to the group of medicines known as ‘antiviral medicines used to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.

Hepbest Tablet contains ‘tenofovir alfenamide’. It inhibits HBV replication by merging into viral DNA via HBV reverse transcriptase, resulting in the termination of the DNA chain. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection.

No, Hepbest Tablet is a prescribed medication given by a physician for treating HBV infection or Chronic hepatitis B. It is recommended not to take it on your own.

Hepbest Tablet should be taken in the dose and for the duration prescribed by your doctor based on your medical condition.

The main symptoms include yellowing of eyes and skin, flu-like symptoms, pale stools and dark-coloured urine.

A blood test (HBsAg blood test) can be used to determine if you have hepatitis B or have ever had it.

Practising safe sex and other lifestyle changes along with Hepbest Tablet might lower the risk of HIV transmission. However, it may not prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus (HBV) to other people.

Hepbest Tablet should be taken for as long as it has been prescribed by the doctor. The doctor will determine the duration of the treatment based on your condition.

Yes, Hepbest Tablet is safe if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Hepbest Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Take another dose of Hepbest Tablet if you have vomited within an hour of taking the medicine. However, you may not need to take another dose if it has been more than an hour. Take the next dose at the scheduled time.

If you miss a dose of Hepbest Tablet take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Hepbest Tablet may cause side effects like headaches, diarrhoea, vomiting, feeling sick (nausea), and rash. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Private Limited , Commercial Operations , Prestige Tech Park,Platina-3, 7th to 12th floor, Prestige Tech Park, Kadubesanahalli, Bangalore -560103
Other Info - HEP0282

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Last Updated

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2020/208464s008lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/product-information/vemlidy-epar-product-information_en.pdf
  3. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/32756#gref
  4. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hepatitis-b/

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