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Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: VEMLIDY
Strength: 25 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 2368.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate

Class: | Antiretroviral agent, Nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) Use: | Treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older Adult dose: | 25 mg once daily, taken orally with or without food Pediatric dose: | 25 mg once daily for patients aged 12 years and older weighing at least 35 kg Side effects: | Nausea, diarrhea, headache, fatigue, abdominal pain, and potential renal impairment Contraindications: | Hypersensiti

Drug Class

Antiretroviral agent, Nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults and pediatric patients 12 years and older

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Gilead Sciences International Ltd., UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

30s

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 2368.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

25 mg once daily, taken orally with or without food

Pediatric Dose

25 mg once daily for patients aged 12 years and older weighing at least 35 kg

Side Effects

Nausea, diarrhea, headache, fatigue, abdominal pain, and potential renal impairment

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to tenofovir alafenamide or any component of the formulation; caution in patients with pre-existing renal impairment

Important Warnings

Risk of lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis; risk of renal toxicity; monitor renal function before and during treatment; not recommended for use in patients with active hepatitis B virus infection who are not on antiviral therapy.

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Antiretroviral agent, Nucleotide reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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