Some medical conditions as well as medications to treat those conditions shouldn’t be mixed with Hepsera (adefovir dipivoxil) as they can cause unwanted adverse interactions and sometimes be fatal. Tell your doctor about all past medical conditions as well as all medications you are currently taking including prescription, over the counter, herbal supplements and vitamins, to determine if this medication is right for you.
Hepsera is not a medication effective in protecting from transmission of the disease; ensure you are using birth control when having sexual intercourse and other precautions to avoid spreading the disease.
Hepsera may cause an HIV resistance; if you have untreated HIV or contract HIV during the treatment of Hepsera, your HIV may become harder to treat and control. Ensure you treat your HIV as soon as possible before or during the treatment of Hepsera.
Kidney problems have been linked to Hepsera; using this medication (especially in those who already have risk factors of reduced kidney function) may cause kidney problems to occur and doses may need longer intervals in between.
This medication may cause lactic acidosis; a serious condition in which a buildup of lactic acid has formed in the body.
This medication should not be taken by those who are pregnancy; however, your doctor may make an exception if the benefit outweighs the risk.
It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk; avoid breast feeding while using this medication.