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BEST MEDICATION FOR HEPATITIS B
WHAT IS THE BEST MEDICATION FOR HEPATITIS B TODAY IN THE MARKET?
Rep 9ac, Myrcludex and gs 9620, these will release in market in future and can cure the disease
Interferon as it always was. It is both an antiviral and immune stimulatory agent. It is the best case scenario for us.
Antivirals are good for those that have severe liver damage and can't take interferon because of that.
This is what doctors should really tell their patients.
Antivirals are good for those that have severe liver damage and can't take interferon because of that.
This is what doctors should really tell their patients.
From the studies I have reviewed I think Viread/Tenofovir is the most effective against HBV showing no resisitence for up to five. However all anti-virals have a history of being CytoToxic and increase Mitochondrion damage over time.
As always it's risk vs. benefit.
As always it's risk vs. benefit.
Im searching all over the net and asking some experts to know some other useful information. And to you my friends...
I know and we must believe and don't lose hope...there's a cure...
I know and we must believe and don't lose hope...there's a cure...
Treatment Options > Approved Drugs for Adults
Approved Drugs for Adults
The future looks bright for individuals living with chronic hepatitis B. Only a decade ago there were no treatment options. Although there is still no complete cure for hepatitis B, there are 7 approved drugs for adults (2 for children) and many promising new drugs in development. Current treatments seem to be most effective in those who show signs of active liver disease
Not every person with chronic hepatitis B needs to be on medication. You should talk to your doctor about whether you are a good candidate for drug therapy or a clinical trial. Be sure that you understand the pros and cons of each treatment option.
Whether you decide to start treatment or not, it is very important to be seen by a liver specialist or doctor knowledgeable about hepatitis B on a regular basis.
Approved Hepatitis B Drugs in the United States
Interferon Alpha (Intron A) is given by injection several times a week for six months to a year, or sometimes longer. The drug can cause side effects such as flu-like symptoms, depression, and headaches. Approved 1991 and available for both children and adults.
Pegylated Interferon (Pegasys) is given by injection once a week usually for six months to a year. The drug can cause side effects such as flu-like symptoms and depression. Approved May 2005 and available only for adults.
Lamivudine (Epivir-HBV, Zeffix, or Heptodin) is a pill that is taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved 1998 and available for both children and adults.
Adefovir Dipivoxil (Hepsera) is a pill taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved September 2002 for adults. Pediatric clinical trials are in progress.
Entecavir (Baraclude) is a pill taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved April 2005 for adults. Pediatric clinical trials are in progress.
Telbivudine (Tyzeka, Sebivo) is a pill taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved October 2006 for adults.
Tenofovir (Viread) is a pill taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved August 2008 for adults.
Although the FDA has approved these seven drugs for chronic hepatitis B, they do not provide a complete cure, except in rare cases (a "cure" generally means that a person loses the hepatitis B virus and develops protective surface antibodies).
The drugs, however, significantly decrease the risk of liver damage from the hepatitis B virus by slowing down or stopping the virus from reproducing. As with HIV, it appears that combination therapy will probably be the most effective method of combating chronic hepatitis B infections.
Cost Comparison of Hepatitis B Drug Therapy
What does it cost for the different approved HBV drug therapies? See the cost comparison of the approved therapies. Read Full Article.
HBF Drug Watch
With promising new compounds in development for hepatitis B, there is great hope that a cure will be found in the near future.
Visit the HBF Drug Watch for a complete list of approved hepatitis B drugs and compounds in development, as well as ourlist of Hepatitis B Clinical Trials.
Approved Drugs for Adults
The future looks bright for individuals living with chronic hepatitis B. Only a decade ago there were no treatment options. Although there is still no complete cure for hepatitis B, there are 7 approved drugs for adults (2 for children) and many promising new drugs in development. Current treatments seem to be most effective in those who show signs of active liver disease
Not every person with chronic hepatitis B needs to be on medication. You should talk to your doctor about whether you are a good candidate for drug therapy or a clinical trial. Be sure that you understand the pros and cons of each treatment option.
Whether you decide to start treatment or not, it is very important to be seen by a liver specialist or doctor knowledgeable about hepatitis B on a regular basis.
Approved Hepatitis B Drugs in the United States
Interferon Alpha (Intron A) is given by injection several times a week for six months to a year, or sometimes longer. The drug can cause side effects such as flu-like symptoms, depression, and headaches. Approved 1991 and available for both children and adults.
Pegylated Interferon (Pegasys) is given by injection once a week usually for six months to a year. The drug can cause side effects such as flu-like symptoms and depression. Approved May 2005 and available only for adults.
Lamivudine (Epivir-HBV, Zeffix, or Heptodin) is a pill that is taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved 1998 and available for both children and adults.
Adefovir Dipivoxil (Hepsera) is a pill taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved September 2002 for adults. Pediatric clinical trials are in progress.
Entecavir (Baraclude) is a pill taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved April 2005 for adults. Pediatric clinical trials are in progress.
Telbivudine (Tyzeka, Sebivo) is a pill taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved October 2006 for adults.
Tenofovir (Viread) is a pill taken once a day, with few side effects, for at least one year or longer. Approved August 2008 for adults.
Although the FDA has approved these seven drugs for chronic hepatitis B, they do not provide a complete cure, except in rare cases (a "cure" generally means that a person loses the hepatitis B virus and develops protective surface antibodies).
The drugs, however, significantly decrease the risk of liver damage from the hepatitis B virus by slowing down or stopping the virus from reproducing. As with HIV, it appears that combination therapy will probably be the most effective method of combating chronic hepatitis B infections.
Cost Comparison of Hepatitis B Drug Therapy
What does it cost for the different approved HBV drug therapies? See the cost comparison of the approved therapies. Read Full Article.
HBF Drug Watch
With promising new compounds in development for hepatitis B, there is great hope that a cure will be found in the near future.
Visit the HBF Drug Watch for a complete list of approved hepatitis B drugs and compounds in development, as well as ourlist of Hepatitis B Clinical Trials.
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