About telbivudine
Nucleoside analogue antiviral
Used for
- Treatment of chronic hepatitis B infection
Usual adult dose
600 mg by mouth once daily.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nausea or diarrhea
- Muscle pain or weakness
Important warnings
- Can cause muscle injury or nerve problems; report new weakness or numbness.
- Hepatitis may worsen after stopping treatment.
- Monitor liver function and hepatitis B response.
- Resistance can develop if treatment is ineffective.
Pregnancy
Not generally recommended; discuss treatment choices with a clinician during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether telbivudine passes into breast milk; seek clinical guidance.
Interactions
- Peginterferon alfa may increase nerve problems.
- Medicines affecting the kidneys may alter telbivudine levels.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.