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Is hepsera (adefovir) good for chronic hepatitis b?

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: It is one of many medications used in treating hepatitis b, though not a first choice of many.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/21/2012

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