Hep B antivirals Flashcards
1
Q
Name the Hep B antivirals
A
Tenofivir
Entecavir
Lamivudine. (Epivir)
Interferon alpha
2
Q
Which Hep B antiviral is not available P.O.?
A
Interferon alpha
3
Q
Which drug is 1st line for treatment?
A
Tenofivir. (TAF + TDF)
4
Q
Which drug has HBV and HIV dosing?
A
Lamivudine (Epivir)
5
Q
Can Hep B be cured?
A
Yes
6
Q
When should you avoid using Interferon alpha?
A
Liver disease
Autoimmune
Arrhythmia
Pregnancy
7
Q
What is special about Interferon alpha & at what cost?
A
It can cured but pt must remain on drug for 1 year and pt will suffer flu-like symptoms throughout.
