Tavin
Tavin Products are primarily used for
Chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection
About Tavin Products
Uses of Tavin Products
Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
Tavin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Tavin are Diarrhea, Nausea, Rash, Weakness, Vomiting, Fatigue, Abdominal pain, Increased transaminase level in blood, Decreased phosphate level in blood, Pain, Dizziness, Depression, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Fever, Itching.
Patient Concerns about Tavin Products
Frequently asked questions about Tavin Products
Frequently asked questions about Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate
Q. Does Tavin Tablet prevent passing of HIV-1 and HBV to others?
In case of HIV-1 infection, Tavin Tablet may reduce the risk of passing the virus to others, but the chances of infecting others still persist. However, in case of HBV infection, Tavin Tablet 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.
Q. Is Tavin Tablet safe?
Tavin Tablet 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.
Q. How should I take Tavin Tablet?
You should take Tavin Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Tavin Tablet 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.
Q. For how long do I need to take Tavin Tablet 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.
Q. I vomited after taking Tavin Tablet. What should I do?
Take another tablet of Tavin Tablet if you vomit within 1 hour of taking it. If you vomit after more than an hour of taking Tavin Tablet, then you need not take another tablet. Consult your doctor if you have vomiting every time you take Tavin Tablet or if the vomiting persists for a longer duration.
Q. What should I do if I forget to take Tavin Tablet?
If you forget to take Tavin Tablet within 12 hours of the time you usually take it, you should take Tavin Tablet with food as soon as possible and resume the normal dosing schedule. If you miss a dose of Tavin Tablet by more than 12 hours and it is almost time for the next dose, you should not take the missed dose and simply resume the usual dosing schedule.