Tyzeka (Telbivudine)

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Description

Tyzeka is a drug used for the treatment of hepatitis B infection. Hepatitis B is a virus that infects liver cells. Symptoms of hepatitis B can include abdominal pain, yellowing of the eyes and skin, and dark urine. Many people do not experience any symptoms at all.

Tyzeka works by entering the DNA of hepatitis B cells and preventing their replication. By preventing viral replication, Tyzeka slows the progression of the disease.

Hepatitis B infection is usually chronic and can affect a person for many years. Tyzeka and other antiviral medications are used to suppress the infection and allow a person to live relatively symptom-free.

Fact Table

Formula

C10H14N2O5

License

US FDA, EU EMA

Bioavailability

68%

Legal status

Rx-only

Chemical Name

Telbivudine

Elimination half-life

40 to 49 hours

Dosage (Strength)

600mg

Pregnancy

No Known Risk

Brands

Tyzeka, Sebivo

Protein binding

Low

PubChem CID

159269

MedlinePlus

a607045

ChEBI

63624

ATC code

J05AF11

DrugBank

DB01265

KEGG

D06675

Routes of administration

By mouth

Directions

The usual dosage for adults aged 16 and older is 600 mg by mouth once daily. The dosage may need to be adjusted for people with impaired kidney function.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in this drug is telbivudine.

Interactions

There are only a few drug-drug interactions with Tyzeka, and they include:

  • Cladribine
  • Interferons
  • Peginterferon Alfa-2a

Cautions

While taking this drug, you may be at an increased risk of peripheral neuropathy, which is pain and tingling in the feet and hands.

Do not stop taking this drug without speaking to your healthcare team.

Tell your doctor if you have a history of lactic acidosis.

Tyzeka may increase the risk of myopathy in certain patients.

Side Effects

The common adverse effects of this drug can include:

  • Abdominal distension
  • Abdominal pain
  • Arthralgia
  • Back pain
  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Dyspepsia
  • Exacerbation of hepatitis B
  • Fatigue 
  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Hepatomegaly
  • Hyperbilirubinemia
  • Hypoesthesia
  • Increased amylase
  • Increased creatine phosphokinase
  • Increased serum ALT
  • Increased serum AST 
  • Increased serum lipase
  • Insomnia
  • Lactic acidosis
  • Liver steatosis
  • Myalgia
  • Myopathy
  • Myositis
  • Nausea
  • Neutropenia
  • Paresthesia
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Pharyngolaryngeal pain
  • Pruritus
  • Rhabdomyolysis
  • Skin rash
  • Thrombocytopenia

References

Telbivudine [package insert]. East Hanover, NJ: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp; 2013.


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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