hepcfix 60
It is used along with other medications for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.Hepcfix 60mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time.
It has fewer side effects as compared to other similar medicines, like fatigue, headache, nausea, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and anemia (low red blood cell count).
Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding. click here: Hepcfix 60
Uses of HepCfix-60 Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
- Chronic Hepatitis C
This medicine is indicated for use with sofosbuvir, with or without ribavirin, for the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C, an ongoing viral infection that damages the liver. It can be used for both Hepatitis C Virus genotype 1 and genotype 3 infections.
BENEFITS OF HEPCFIX TABLET
In Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
Hepcfix 60 mg Tablet works by preventing the HCV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better.
This lowers your chances of getting complications and improves your quality of life.
This hepcfix 60 is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines. It is not a cure and should neither be used to prevent HCV infection.
You must take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF HEPCFIX TABLET
Common side effects of Hepcfix
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Nausea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
HOW TO USE HEPCFIX TABLET
Hepcfix 60 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW HEPCFIX TABLET WORKS
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 hours of administration of the dose. - How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established. - Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption. - Is this a habit-forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported. - Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. - Can this medicine be taken while breastfeeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to daclatasvir, any other medicine used along with it as a part of combination therapy, or any other inactive ingredient present along with it.
Contraindications of the individual medicines which are used along with daclatasvir as combinational therapy should also be considered before beginning treatment.
Strong CYP3A inducers
Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast-feeding
Other medicines
Hepatitis B reactivation
The use of this medicine in patients who also have hepatitis B may cause viral reactivation and potentially life-threatening side effects.
Hence, it is advised to screen patients for hepatitis B infection before beginning therapy with this medicine.
Change in heart rate
Tests prior to initiation of therapy
Kidney impairment
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine.
Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
Limitation of use
Driving or Operating machinery
Dosage
Missed Dose
Overdose
Interactions
Description
Instructions
Interaction with Medicine
- Dexamethasone
- Atazanavir
- Bosentan
- Modafinil
- Dabigatran
- Efavirenz
- Nevirapine
- Digoxin
- Clarithromycin
- Ketoconazole
- Atorvastatin
Disease interactions
Hepatitis B
Food interactions
Lab interactions
General Instructions
Quick tips
- Hepcfix 60 mg Tablet is used along with other medications for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It has fewer side effects compared to other similar medications.
- Take it with food, preferably at the same time every day.
- You will usually need to take this medicine every day for either 12 or 24 weeks.
- It may cause fatigue, dizziness, and blurred vision. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver function and the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body regularly.
- Do not stop taking Hepcfix 60mg Tablet without your doctor’s advice.
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