Standard First-Line Treatment for Hepatitis B – Entecavir (Entekor)

Hepatitis B is a global pandemic affecting 240 million people.

0.9 million new infection cases occur every year.

It is an infection (virus) directly affecting the liver.

Inconsistent treatment may lead to severe complications.

The virus damages the liver tissue.

The infection can lead to liver cirrhosis or liver failure.

It spreads easily through infected blood or body fluids.

Globally prescribed Hepatitis B medicine- 

Entecavir (Entekor) is widely prescribed for Hepatitis B due to its safer profile.

Entekor and Entekast are popular brands of Entecavir tablets.

It is highly affordable and globally accessible.

These are safe to use in children above 2 years of age and elderly patients.

Aprazer Healthcare manufactures it in two different strengths.

• Entekast -0.5  (Entecavir 0.5 mg)  tablets
• Entekast -1  (Entecavir 1 mg) tablets

Aprazer Healthcare is a hepatology medicine manufacturer and one of the top exporters of Entecavir (Entekor) tablets worldwide.

Manufacturing global-quality drugs, we export the largest range of Hepatitis B medicines.

Having an unparalleled distribution network and supply chain, Aprazer Healthcare is the global supplier of hepatitis medicines.

Our product portfolio comprises –

Hepatitis C and Hepatitis B medicines.

What is the working of Entecavir (Entekor)?

It does not eliminate Hepatitis B virus from the body.

It prevents the replication/multiplication of the virus.

It significantly lowers the viral load.

Why is Entecavir (Entekor) a preferred first-line treatment?

Doctors prefer Entecavir (Entekor) for treating Hepatitis B.

It has a safe profile.

• Highly potent
• Rapid action
• Lower risk of resistance
• It is safe to use in kidney impairment
• It is hepatoprotective
• It reverses liver damage
• Prevents disease progression

What is Entecavir (Entekor) dosage?

For untreated patients, it is used at 0.5 mg daily.

For patients who have developed resistance to lamivudine, the drug dose starts with 1 mg daily.

Children are given according to their body weight.

Does it prevent the spread?

Entecavir (Entekor) significantly reduces the viral count.

The virus levels fluctuate rapidly.

It does not prevent the spread.

Why is it important to get HIV tests before starting the treatment?

People co-infected with HIV must not use it alone.

It must be combined with other antiretroviral.

Its single use may lead to resistance against HIV.

You should not leave the medicine by yourself. Why?

Abrupt cessation of drug may lead to a hepatitis B flare-up.

It can rapidly lead to liver failure in conditions of liver scarring.

Why is Aprazer Healthcare a chosen brand for hepatology medicines?

Aprazer Healthcare specializes in manufacturing hepatology medicines.

We are a trusted brand for global hospital drug supplies.

Our strong attributes –

• WHO-GMP manufacturing facilities
• Quality assurance
• Global distribution
• Affordability
• Intact supply chain