Hepcvir 400 Mg

Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir)

What Is The Generic Name For Hepcvir:

Sofosbuvir is the generic version for Hepcvir

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir)

• Sofosbuvir

About Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir)

Hepcvir 400 mg contains Sofosbuvir as an active antiviral agent that is used in the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C Infection. It is also used in patients with Liver Cancer and Hepatitis C Infection who are planning to have liver transplantation as this minimizes the chance of recurrence of the infection after the transplantation. This prescription-only drug is available at all the leading pharmacies, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

Manufacturer:

Cipla (India) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Hepcvir 400 mg. 

Strength:

Hepcvir 400 mg contains Sofosbuvir, 400 mg per tablet which may be available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacies, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir):

Hepcvir 400 mg is used in the treatment of:

• Hepatitis C Infection
• Hepatocellular Carcinoma and Liver Transplantation

How Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir) Works:

Hepcvir 400 mg has Sofosbuvir, an antiviral agent that lowers a load of Hepatitis C Virus in the body and removes the virus from the blood over a period of time.

Before You Use Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Sofosbuvir
• You are not having a history of Hepatitis B Infection
• You do not take alcohol
• Your doctor knows about your Pre-existing disease, Surgeries, Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir):

You should avoid:

• Taking alcohol
• Being Pregnant if you or your partners are on this medication
• Taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir):

You should avoid Hepcvir 400 mg if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it
• Have Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment
• Have pancreatitis
• Have HBV Infection or Reactivation
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding
• Always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have Allergy to Sofosbuvir
• Have Panceatitis
• Have any cancer or other Inflammatory Disease
• Have a History of Hepatitis B Virus Infection
• Have any Kidney/Liver Disease
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Hepcvir 400 mg contains Sofosbuvir, which is used in the treatment of Hepatitis C Infection and Liver Cancer and may be available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. Consult your doctor for the duration of dosage and frequency as age and severity of the disease differ from patient to patient.

Adults are advised to take Hepcvir 400 mg at a fixed time with food. This medicine is not recommended for the patients having a history of Hepatitis B Infection or taking Amiodarone.

How Much Of The Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Hepcvir 400 mg.

How To Take The Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir):

Hepcvir 400 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time with food. Swallow the tablet as a whole with water without chewing or crushing it. It should be taken with other antiviral medications to prevent the infection from spreading.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir)

You are always advised to take Hepcvir 400 mg as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in a larger amount or for a longer time than recommended or instructed.

Overdose:

Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect an Overdose.

Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Hepcvir 400 mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Hepcvir 400 Mg (Sofosbuvir)

• Chills
• Fatigue
• Ulcers or white spots in the mouth
• Lower back pain
• Headache
• Rash
• Irritability
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Insomnia
• Anemia
• Decreased appetite
• Muscle pain and cramps

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Hepcvir 400 mg may interact with other medicines you are already taking which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Always tell your doctor if you are on other Vitamins, Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Carbamazepine
• Phenytoin
• Rifampicin
• Amidarone

Warning And Precaution:

Hepcvir 400 mg should be used cautiously in:

• Impaired Liver/Renal Function
• Pancreatitis
• Heart Disease if patients are taking Amiodarone because it risks the life by reducing the Heart Beats
• Hepatitis B
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women
• Always consult your doctor to get the best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Monitor HCV/HBV co-infected patients for HBV reactivation during HCV treatment and post-treatment follow-up
• Monitoring of Liver Function is necessary while taking the medicine
• Keep out of reach of children
• Always read the information written on the leaflet of medicine
• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to the dose, time, and strength of the tablet

Indications:

• Hepcvir 400 mg can be used in combination with Ribavirin or with Pegylated interferon+Ribavirin.
• You should take Precautions while taking Sofosbuvir because it does not prevent the spread of infection to other people through sexual contact, sharing needles or contact with blood

Storage:

Store the Hepcvir 400 mg at room temperature in clean and dry place. Make sure that the tablets are not damaged.