Question 1

What is Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate used for?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis B (liver infection caused by hepatitis B virus), HIV infection (usually combined with other HIV medicines)

Question 2

How do you take Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

For hepatitis B: Take one 25 mg tablet once a day, with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with water. Try to take it at the same time every day so you don't forget. In Nigeria, you may find it as Hepbest 25 mg or Vemlidy 25 mg. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own — stopping suddenly can cause your hepatitis B to flare up badly.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

Headache, stomach pain or nausea, tiredness or feeling weak, cough, back pain

Question 4

Who should not take Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to tenofovir alafenamide or any ingredient in the tablet. People with severe liver failure should use this only under close medical supervision. Do not use this medicine for HIV treatment on its own — it must be combined with other HIV drugs if you are HIV positive.

Question 5

Is Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding — the safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not fully established, so your doctor must weigh the benefits and risks.

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