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Telbivudine
What is it? Overview Usage Side Effects and Warnings
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What is Telbivudine?

(tel BI vyoo deen)

• This medicine is used to treat hepatitis B infection.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Do not run out of this medicine.

• If you have kidney disease, talk with healthcare provider.

• If you are being treated for both hepatitis B and AIDS, talk with healthcare provider.

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Avoid alcohol (includes wine, beer, and liquor).

• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.

• To protect against sexually-transmitted diseases, use a latex condom.

• Use birth control that you can trust to prevent pregnancy.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Belly pain.

• Headache.

• Feeling tired or weak.

• Cough.

• Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care,...

 
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