Tyzeka Oral
Generic Name: TELBIVUDINE - ORALPronounced: (tel-BI-vyoo-deen)
Tyzeka Oral Warning
Rarely, telbivudine has caused severe (sometimes fatal) liver disease (enlarged/fatty liver) and blood problems (lactic acidosis). Immediately tell your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver problems (e.g., persistent nausea, stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes/skin) or if you develop symptoms of lactic acidosis (e.g., severe weakness, rapid breathing/heartbeat, drowsiness, lightheadedness, cold arms/legs, unusual muscle pain).
Do not stop taking telbivudine unless told to do so by your doctor. Stopping this medication could make your hepatitis get worse or become very serious. Your doctor will perform liver function tests for several months if he/she decides you should stop telbivudine.
Tyzeka Oral Side Effects
See also Warning section.
Side effects are uncommon with telbivudine. Tiredness, weakness, diarrhea, cough, or headache may rarely occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:
- unexplained muscle aches/tenderness/weakness
- joint pain/aches
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:
- signs of a serious infection (e.g., high fever, severe chills, breathing problems, severe cough, persistent sore throat)
- numbness/tingling of arms/legs
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- itching
- swelling
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Tyzeka Oral Medical Alert
Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information about enrolling in MedicAlert, call 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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