Hepavud 150mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: December 10th, 2025

Hepavud 150mg Tablet is a product of Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Composition: Lamivudine (150mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Hepavud 150mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Hepavud 150mg Tablet

Description:

Hepavud 150mg Tablet is used in the treatment of HIV infection and chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Hepavud 150mg Tablet is used in the treatment of HIV infections

Uses:

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hepavud 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Hepavud

Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Vomiting
Chubbyigue
Stomach pain
Rash

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Hepavud 150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Hepavud 150mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Hepavud 150mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Hepavud 150mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Hepavud 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hepavud 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Hepavud 150mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Hepavud 150mg Tablet is recommended.

FAQs:

How should I take Hepavud 150mg Tablet?

Hepavud 150mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. This medicine can be taken with or without food. However, it is better to take it at a fixed time of the day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.

Is Hepavud 150mg Tablet effective?

Hepavud 150mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Hepavud 150mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What is drug resistance? Can I develop drug resistance with Hepavud 150mg Tablet?

Drug resistance is a state where the medicine which was once effective in treating an infection becomes ineffective. This mainly happens due to the ability acquired by the virus or bacteria to get modified inside the body which affects the overall working of the medicine. Hence, the medicine is no longer able to fight against the virus or bacteria. Generally, drug resistance with Hepavud 150mg Tablet is more likely to happen if you take less dose than what is recommended.

How long should I take Hepavud 150mg Tablet?

Do not stop taking entecavir without consulting your doctor. Stopping entecavir before treatment may worsen your hepatitis. This can happen during the first several months after you stop taking entecavir. Take the medicine strictly as advised and do not miss any dose.

What if I forget to take a dose of Hepavud 150mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Hepavud 150mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

What if HIV infection co-exists with HBV infection? Will this affect treatment with Hepavud 150mg Tablet?

In HBV patients who are diagnosed with HIV, Hepavud 150mg Tablet is not recommended until and unless these patients start taking medicines for HIV management. Starting Hepavud 150mg Tablet in such patients may cause resistance to the prescribed HIV medicines. Therefore, doctors recommend tests for HIV in patients diagnosed with HBV infection before starting treatment with Hepavud 150mg Tablet.

Can Hepavud 150mg Tablet cure hepatitis B?

No, Hepavud 150mg Tablet does not cure hepatitis B but may improve the condition of the liver. It may decrease the amount of hepatitis B virus (HBV) present in the body. This is done by limiting the ability of HBV to multiply and further infect new liver cells.

Is Hepavud 150mg Tablet safe?

Hepavud 150mg 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.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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