Frithvir Information

Frithvir is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Hepatitis B are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Frithvir depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Frithvir have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Frithvir go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Frithvir's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Frithvir related warnings talks about Frithvir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Frithvir are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Frithvir with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Frithvir is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Frithvir Benefits & Uses
Frithvir Dosage & How to Take
Frithvir Side Effects
Frithvir Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Frithvir with Other Drugs
Frithvir Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Frithvir
Frithvir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frithvir Benefits & Uses

Frithvir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis B

Frithvir Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Hepatitis B Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: patients having weight greater than 30 kg can take

Frithvir Related Warnings

Is the use of Frithvir safe for pregnant women?

Frithvir can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Frithvir right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Frithvir safe during breastfeeding?

Frithvir may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Frithvir on the Kidneys?

Frithvir rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Frithvir on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Frithvir on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Frithvir on the Heart?

Frithvir is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Frithvir with Other Drugs

Frithvir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Frithvir Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Frithvir unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Frithvir

Is this Frithvir habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Frithvir is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Frithvir does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Frithvir should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Frithvir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Frithvir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Frithvir

Frithvir may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Frithvir

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Frithvir with alcohol will be.

Unknown