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Tenofovir alafenamide

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitor and is
Tablet25 mg9 brands · 9 makers
Tenofovir alafenamide is a hepatitis B virus (HBV) nucleoside analog reverse transcriptase inhibitor and is. VEMLIDY is indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older and weighing at least 25 kg with compensated liver disease. Tenofovir alafenamide is listed in Nepal's National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM, Sixth Revision 2021) under Anti-Infective Medicines.
Generic nametenofovir alafenamide
Therapeutic classAnti-Infective Medicines > 6.4.4.1.1 Nucleoside/Nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitors
Form & strength (NLEM)Tablet: 25 mg
Source / स्रोतNational List of Essential Medicines Nepal (2021); NepalDoc medicine catalog

What it's for

VEMLIDY is indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older and weighing at least 25 kg with compensated liver disease.

From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Tenofovir alafenamide. Full label: DailyMed.

VEMLIDY is indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older and weighing at least 25 kg with compensated liver disease.

From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Tenofovir alafenamide. Full label: DailyMed.

Testing: Prior to initiation of VEMLIDY, test patients for HIV infection. Prior to or when initiating VEMLIDY, and during treatment on a clinically appropriate schedule, assess serum creatinine, estimated creatinine clearance, urine glucose, and urine protein in all patients. Also assess serum phosphorus in patients with chronic kidney disease.

Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.

HBV and HIV-1 coinfection: VEMLIDY alone is not recommended for the treatment of HIV-1 infection. HIV-1 resistance may develop in these patients. New onset or worsening renal impairment: Prior to or when initiating VEMLIDY, and during treatment on a clinically appropriate schedule, assess serum creatinine, estimated creatinine clearance, urine glucose, and urine protein in all patients. Also assess serum phosphorus in patients with chronic kidney disease.

Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.

The following adverse reactions are discussed in other sections of the labeling: Severe Acute Exacerbation of Hepatitis B New Onset or Worsening of Renal Impairment Lactic Acidosis/Severe Hepatomegaly with Steatosis Most common adverse reaction (incidence greater than or equal to 10%, all grades) is headache. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Gilead Sciences, Inc.

Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.

9 products from 9 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:

BrandCompositionMakerPack
Durataf 25mg TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltdbottle of 30 tablets
Emtaf-B TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltdbottle of 30 tablets
Hepbest TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltdbottle of 30 tablets
Tafero TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Hetero Healthcare Limitedbottle of 30 tablets
Tafnat TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Natco Pharma Ltdbottle of 30 tablets
Tafsure TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Aprazer Healthcare Pvt Ltdbottle of 30 tablets
Tenohep AF TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Zydus Cadilabottle of 30 tablets
Tentide AF 25mg TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltdbottle of 30 tablets
Tenvir-AF TabletTenofovir Alafenamide (25mg)Cipla Ltdbottle of 30 tablets

Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.

Store below 30 °C (86 °F). Keep container tightly closed. Dispense only in original container.

Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.

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+ Safety information

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