Answer
It suppresses viral replication and can improve liver disease, but is not described as a cure. Stopping it can allow hepatitis to worsen.
Sources for this answer
- Entecavir Aristo 0.5 mg film-coated tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance
General medicine information. Follow the instructions for your own medicine and speak to a pharmacist or clinician about your individual circumstances.