Hepcvir

Uses
Hepcvir (Sofosbuvir) is an antiviral medication used to treat Hepatitis C. Sofosbuvir is classified as a nucleotide polymerase inhibitor. Hepcvir used in combination with other antiviral medicines to reduce the amount of hepatitis C virus (HCV) the body. Chronic hepatitis C infections can cause serious liver problems such as liver cancer or cirrhosis (scarring). Hepcvir is also used in patients with HIV or in liver cancer patients requiring a liver transplant to decrease the risk of reinfection after the transplant.

Dosage and Administration
Hepcvir tablets contain 400m of the active ingredient Sofobuvir.

Each bottle contains 28 tablets.

Most people require one tablet taken on a daily basis for a period of 12-24 weeks.

Swallow the tablets whole with a glass of water. They can be taken with or without food, but should be taken at the same time each day.

Take only the dosage prescribed by your doctor, and continue to take Hepcvir for as long as advised by your doctor.

Side effects
Hepcvir can cause some adverse side effects in people. The most common side effects are:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headaches
• Loss of appetite
• Lower back or side pain
• Insomnia
• Fever

More serious side effects you may encounter include:

• Pale skin
• Mental or mood changes
• Excessive fatigue
• Signs of new infection
• Changes in behavior
• Irregular heartbeat
• Trouble breathing

If you notice any of the above while taking Hepcvir, contact your doctor immediately.

Precautions
Hepcvir can result in fetal damage if taken by pregnant women, or in pregnancies caused by men taking Hepcvir.

Some other medicines may interact with Hepcvir (Sofosbuvir). Tell your doctor of all medicines you are currently taking before beginning treatment with Sofosbuvir.