Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's Substitute

Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's contains Entecavir, an antiviral drug that works by preventing viral DNA polymerase enzyme action in the liver cells that is essential for the virus to multiply. Thereby, it stops the virus from making new viruses and reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body.

Yes, hepatitis B virus infection is highly contagious and spreads from one person to another. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid sharing personal items or needles containing an infected person's blood or body fluids.

Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's may cause lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in the blood), a rare but a severe side effect, especially in women who are very obese. However, if you experience stomach pain, vomiting or nausea while taking Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's, please consult a doctor immediately.

You are not recommended to take Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's with celecoxib (painkiller), as it may increase the blood levels of Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's, leading to more adverse effects and may also affect kidney function. However, please consult your doctor before taking Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's with other medicines.

Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's does not cure hepatitis B virus infection. Samhep-E 0.5 mg Tablet 30's reduces the amount of hepatitis B virus in the body and improves liver functioning by decreasing liver damage.