Dacihep 60mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Dacihep 60mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It is used along with other medications for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
Dacihep 60mg Tablet is used in the treatment of HIV infections
Dacihep 60mg Tablet is used in the treatment of HIV infections
Uses of Dacihep Tablet
- Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
Benefits of Dacihep Tablet
In Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
Dacihep 60mg 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 medicine 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. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of the medicine.
Side effects of Dacihep Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dacihep
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Nausea
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
How to use Dacihep Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dacihep 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dacihep 60mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dacihep 60mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dacihep 60mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Dacihep 60mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dacihep 60mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Dacihep 60mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dacihep 60mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Dacihep 60mg Tablet is recommended.
What if you forget to take Dacihep Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dacihep 60mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Dacihep 60mg 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 everyday.
- 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 Dacihep 60mg Tablet without your doctor’s advice.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Valine derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Direct acting hepatitis C agent
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Dacihep 60mg Tablet
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Dacihep Tablet for?
Chronic hepat*
100%
*Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
How much was the improvement?
Poor
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Name: Zydus Cadila
Address: Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
Country of origin: India
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