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What Could Cause Dizziness, Vomiting And Stomach Pain After Taking Entecavir?
Question: My wife has been taken entecavir for 30 days as prescribe by a doctor due to possible hep c diagnosis. since then my wife always tried and dizzy, vomiting, stomach pain . my email address is YYYY@YYYY
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Brief Answer:
entecavir side effects.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Entecavir is an antiviral medication. Entecavir prevents certain virus cells from multiplying in your body.
Entecavir is used to treat chronic hepatitis B. Nsusea and vomiting and fatigue are common side effects of medication.
She can use ginger tea for her upset stomach, or can even take any antihistamines such promethazine or benadryl to ease symptoms.
Also she can eat small portions, evitate strong flavours and sweet juices.
One of most dangerous side effects of entecavir is lactic acidosis.
Go to ER even if you experience mild symptoms of. :
muscle pain or weakness;
numb or cold feeling in your arms and legs;
trouble breathing;
feeling dizzy, light-headed, tired, or very weak;
stomach pain, nausea with vomiting; or
slow or uneven heart rate.
Don't stop the medication without consulting your doctor.
Take care.
Hope I have answered your question
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Best regards.
entecavir side effects.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Entecavir is an antiviral medication. Entecavir prevents certain virus cells from multiplying in your body.
Entecavir is used to treat chronic hepatitis B. Nsusea and vomiting and fatigue are common side effects of medication.
She can use ginger tea for her upset stomach, or can even take any antihistamines such promethazine or benadryl to ease symptoms.
Also she can eat small portions, evitate strong flavours and sweet juices.
One of most dangerous side effects of entecavir is lactic acidosis.
Go to ER even if you experience mild symptoms of. :
muscle pain or weakness;
numb or cold feeling in your arms and legs;
trouble breathing;
feeling dizzy, light-headed, tired, or very weak;
stomach pain, nausea with vomiting; or
slow or uneven heart rate.
Don't stop the medication without consulting your doctor.
Take care.
Hope I have answered your question
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Best regards.
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