Baraclude - Treatment for Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Infection

Baraclude is a prescription medication prescribed to treat chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in adults and children. Its active ingredient, entecavir, works by reducing the replication of the virus in the body. Baraclude is used for managing the symptoms and long-term complications of hepatitis B.

Baraclude FAQ

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What is Baraclude used for?

Baraclude contains entecavir and belongs to a group of medicines called antiviral medicines. Baraclude is used to treat adults infected with hepatitis B virus. Infection by the hepatitis B virus can lead to damage to the liver. Baraclude reduces the amount of virus in your body, and has been shown to improve the condition of the liver.

What is a Baraclude 1.0 mg film-coated tablet?

Baraclude 1.0 mg film-coated tablet are pink, triangular-shaped tablet, debossed with "BMS" on one side and "1612" on the other side. Baraclude is indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus infection in adults 16 years or older with evidence of active liver inflammation.

What is Baraclude (entecavir)?

What Is Baraclude? Baraclude (entecavir) is an antiviral nucleoside drug indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus infection in adults with evidence of active viral replication and either evidence of persistent elevations in serum aminotransferases (ALT or AST) or histologically active disease. Baraclude is available in generic form.

Is Baraclude safe for children?

BARACLUDE may improve the condition of your liver. It is not known whether BARACLUDE will reduce your chances of getting liver cancer or liver damage (cirrhosis), which may be caused by chronic HBV infection. It is not known if BARACLUDE is safe and effective for use in children less than 2 years of age.

What happens if Baraclude is suddenly stopped?

If Baraclude is suddenly stopped, the hepatitis B virus can become very active again and lead to sudden development of severe liver failure. There is a high risk of dying if liver failure develops and liver transplantation may be necessary to save your life.