food interaction for Valten Tablet

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Valten 300mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Valten 300mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valten 300mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Valten 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Valten 300mg Tablet

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate(300mg)

Valten tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and HIV infection.

How valten tablet works

Valten 300mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Common side effects of valten tablet

Diarrhea, Nausea, Rash, Weakness, Vomiting, Fatigue, Abdominal pain, Increased transaminase level in blood, Decreased phosphate level in blood, Decreased potassium level in blood, Pancreatic inflammation, Muscle weakness, Increased creatinine level in blood, Acute renal failure, Softening of bones, Lactic acidosis, Fatty liver disease, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Pain, Dizziness, Depression, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Fever, Itching, Interstitial nephritis, Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus

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Expert advice FOR Valten Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.
  • In combination with other medicines, it is used for the treatment of HIV infections.
  • Take it with food, as this increases the absorption of the medicine into the body.
  • Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • You may still develop infections or other illnesses associated with viral infection while taking this medication.
  • You can also pass on HIV or HBV to others. Don't share needles or personal items that can have blood or body fluids on them.
  • During treatment and for at least six months after stopping this medicine, regular blood tests are needed to monitor your liver function, level of hepatitis B virus and blood cells in your blood.

Frequently asked questions FOR Valten 300mg Tablet

Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate

Q. Does Valten 300mg Tablet prevent passing of HIV-1 and HBV to others?
In case of HIV-1 infection, Valten 300mg Tablet may reduce the risk of passing the virus to others, but the chances of infecting others still persist. However, in case of HBV infection, Valten 300mg Tablet has not proven to reduce risk of transferring the virus to others. Therefore, the patients of both HIV-1 infection and HBV infection should practice safe sex and should not share dirty needles.
Q. Is Valten 300mg Tablet safe?
Valten 300mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How should I take Valten 300mg Tablet?
You should take Valten 300mg Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Valten 300mg Tablet works best when taken with meals or just afterwards. However, taking it without food does not reduce its effectiveness. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor.
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Q. For how long do I need to take Valten 300mg Tablet for HBV infection?
Duration of treatment will depend on the severity of HBV infection. You will need to take periodic blood tests to keep a check on the viral load and number of T cells. Your doctor will then decide the duration of the medicine accordingly. In some cases, treatment is required life long.
Q. I vomited after taking Valten 300mg Tablet. What should I do?
Take another tablet of Valten 300mg Tablet if you vomit within 1 hour of taking it. If you vomit after more than an hour of taking Valten 300mg Tablet, then you need not take another tablet. Consult your doctor if you have vomiting every time you take Valten 300mg Tablet or if the vomiting persists for a longer duration.
Q. What should I do if I forget to take Valten 300mg Tablet?
If you forget to take Valten 300mg Tablet within 12 hours of the time you usually take it, you should take Valten 300mg Tablet with food as soon as possible and resume the normal dosing schedule. If you miss a dose of Valten 300mg Tablet by more than 12 hours and it is almost time for the next dose, you should not take the missed dose and simply resume the usual dosing schedule.

Content on this page was last updated on 23 August, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)