Information about Sofosbuvir

Sofosbuvir Uses

Sofosbuvir is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.

How Sofosbuvir works

Sofosbuvir is an antiviral medication. It works by lowering a load of hepatitis C virus in the body and removing the virus from the blood over a period of time.

Common side effects of Sofosbuvir

Fatigue, Nausea1a, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
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Expert advice for Sofosbuvir

  • Sofosbuvir 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 Sofosbuvir without your doctor’s advice.

Frequently asked questions for Sofosbuvir

Sofosbuvir

Q. How does Sofosbuvir work?

Sofosbuvir.tops viral replication and thus decreases the amount of Hepatitis C virus in the body thereby resulting in less liver damage and improved liver function

Q. Is Sofosbuvir a protease inhibitor?

No. Sofosbuvir is a nucleotide polymerase inhibitor

Q. Does Sofosbuvir cure Hepatitis C?

Sofosbuvir is used to treat Hepatitis C virus infection. The treatment response with Sofosbuvir (in conjunction with other drugs) varies based on baseline host and viral factors.

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