Teravir Tablet 30.0 tablets in 1 bottle

Last Updated: December 16th, 2025

Teravir Tablet is a product of Natco Pharma Ltd

Composition: Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (300mg)

Pack of 30 tablet

₹ 1228.00

Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

*MRP inclusive of all taxes

All Details About Teravir Tablet

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

Description:

Teravir Tablet is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. It is also used to treat HIV infection in combination with other anti-HIV medicines. It prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Teravir Tablet is not a cure for HIV/AIDS and only helps to decrease the amount of HIV in your body. This helps to lower your risk of getting HIV-related complications and improves your lifespan. It may also be used to prevent HIV infection in some people at high risk. This medicine may be taken with or without food. It is used in combination with other anti-HIV medicines. Taking these medicines regularly at the right time greatly increases their effectiveness and reduces the chances of HIV becoming resistant to them. It is important not to miss doses and to keep taking them until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Ordinary side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, trouble sleeping, headache, and rash. These are usually not serious but inform your doctor if they bother you or will not go away. It can also increase the risk of bone loss (osteoporosis) if you take it for a long time. Exercise regularly and take calcium and vitamin D supplements as suggested by your doctor. Some people may put on weight while taking medicines to treat HIV/AIDS.

Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease or bone problems. While taking it, you may need regular blood tests to check your blood counts, liver function, and kidney function. Since this medicine may cause dizziness or sleepiness, do not drive until you know how it affects you. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using this medicine. Do not have unprotected sex or share personal items like razors or toothbrushes, if you are HIV positive. Communicate to your doctor about safe ways like condoms to prevent HIV transmission during sex.

Uses:

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. Teravir 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 Teravir

Diarrhea
Nausea
Rash
Weakness
Vomiting
Chubbyigue
Abdominal pain
Increased transaminase level in blood
Decreased phosphate level in blood
Pain
Dizziness
Depression
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Fever
Itching

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Teravir Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Teravir 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Teravir 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

UNSAFE

Teravir Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

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

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Teravir Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Teravir Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Does Teravir Tablet prevent passing of HIV-1 and HBV to others?

In case of HIV-1 infection, Teravir 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, Teravir 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.

Is Teravir Tablet safe?

Teravir 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.

How should I take Teravir Tablet?

You should take Teravir Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Teravir 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.

For how long do I need to take Teravir 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.

I vomited after taking Teravir Tablet. What should I do?

Take another tablet of Teravir Tablet if you vomit within 1 hour of taking it. If you vomit after more than an hour of taking Teravir Tablet, then you need not take another tablet. Consult your doctor if you have vomiting every time you take Teravir Tablet or if the vomiting persists for a longer duration.

What should I do if I forget to take Teravir Tablet?

If you forget to take Teravir Tablet within 12 hours of the time you usually take it, you should take Teravir Tablet with food as soon as possible and resume the normal dosing schedule. If you miss a dose of Teravir 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.

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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