Synflovir Tablet

Synflovir Tablet belongs to the group of medicines known as ‘antiviral medicines’ used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B infection. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a sexually transmitted infection that over time leads to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Chronic hepatitis B is a long-term viral infection caused by the hepatitis B virus.

Synflovir Tablet contains ‘Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate’ which is an antiviral/HIV medicine and works by prevents the development of the virus in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection.

Take Synflovir Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Synflovir Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience diarrhea, rash, nausea, pain, weakness, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Synflovir Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Synflovir Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to Synflovir Tablet or any other contents present in it. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others. This medicine should not be given to adolescents with a history of kidney failure. If you have liver disease including hepatitis B or C, then you should not take this Synflovir Tablet. 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. It is advisable to avoid driving while using Synflovir Tablet as Synflovir Tablet may cause dizziness that may affect the ability to drive or use machines. Synflovir Tablet should not be used for children less than 12 years of age.

Synflovir Tablet belongs to the group of medications called ‘antiretroviral drugs’ used to control HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B. Synflovir Tablet decreases the amount of HIV in your body. Therefore, your immune system may work better. This reduces your chance of getting complications of HIV like new infections, cancer and enhances your quality of life. Synflovir Tablet works by prevents the development of viruses in human cells. This prevents the virus from producing new viruses and cleans up your infection. It can effectively reduce the symptoms associated with HIV and chronic hepatitis B infection.

• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Nausea
• Pain
• Weakness
• Stomach pain

Synflovir Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to Synflovir Tablet or any other contents present in it. Synflovir Tablet should not be taken in the conditions like liver disease, bone problems kidney disease. This medicine should not be given to adolescents with a history of kidney failure. Synflovir Tablet does not decrease the chances of passing infections to others. Inform your doctor before taking Synflovir Tablet if you observe any symptoms of infection or other symptoms like weakness beginning in the hands and feet, muscle weakness and moving up towards the trunk of the body, palpitations (racing or skipping heartbeat), hyperactivity and tremor. Patients should take necessary precautions to avoid infecting others. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant and breastfeeding. Inform your doctor before using Synflovir Tablet if you are older than 65 years of age. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects. It is advisable to you do not drive while using Synflovir Tablet as Synflovir Tablet may cause dizziness that may affect the ability to drive or use machines. Synflovir Tablet should not be used for children less than 12 years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Synflovir Tablet may interact with an antibiotic (gentamycin, tobramycin, pentamidine, vancomycin), antifungal medicines (amphotericin B), antiviral disease (foscarnet, ganciclovir, or cidofovir), anticancer (interleukin-2), medicines used to treat hepatitis B virus (adefovir dipivoxil), pain killer (ibuprofen).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid grapefruit juice and drinking alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Synflovir Tablet should be used with caution in patients with bone disease, severe liver, or kidney diseases.

• GENTAMICIN
• TOBRAMYCIN
• PENTAMIDINE
• VANCOMYCIN
• AMPHOTERICIN B
• FOSCARNET
• GANCICLOVIR
• CIDOFOVIR
• INTERLEUKIN-2
• ADEFOVIR DIPIVOXIL
• IBUPROFEN

• Eat a diet with fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Option 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.

Your doctor may regularly monitor liver function, kidney function, and bone density if you take Synflovir Tablet.

Human immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV): It is a virus that suppresses the immune system and causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) over time. The suppression of immunity leads to the development of opportunistic infections. It is a life-long condition, and there is no permanent cure. The treatment (antiretroviral therapy) is given to suppress the infection.

Chronic Hepatitis B: It is a severe and long-term liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It spreads by contact with infected body fluids. The symptoms of this condition are abdominal pain, dark urine, and yellowing of the eyes.