Adefovir

Adefovir is a medication used to treat chronic hepatitis B, a viral infection that affects the liver. It works by blocking an enzyme the virus needs to replicate and produce more copies of itself, thereby reducing the amount of virus in the body. This helps prevent further liver damage and reduces the risk of complications like cirrhosis or liver cancer. Adefovir is typically taken as a pill and is prescribed by a healthcare provider. While effective, it must be used under medical supervision due to potential side effects and the need for monitoring liver function and kidney health.