Ingredient

Adefovir Dipivoxil

Adefovir dipivoxil is an antiviral drug ingredient used for the treatment of chronic Hepatitis B.

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MFDS ingredient code M101796

What does it do?

Adefovir dipivoxil is an antiviral agent used to improve liver function and inhibit viral replication in patients with chronic Hepatitis B. This ingredient belongs to the nucleotide analog class and plays a significant role in the treatment of liver diseases.

Adefovir dipivoxil is converted to its active form in the body, disrupting the DNA synthesis of the Hepatitis B virus. This prevents the virus from replicating, reducing liver damage and slowing the progression of the disease.

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Good to know

Adefovir dipivoxil has a relatively low risk of hepatotoxicity compared to other nucleotide analogs and a lower incidence of resistance. Additionally, it has been proven to improve liver function upon administration, making it widely used in the treatment of chronic Hepatitis B.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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