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Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet 28's

Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet 28's

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Composition

SOFOSBUVIR-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet

Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antivirals used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet is used in combination with other antiviral medicines. Hepatitis C is a severe liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It is contagious (spreads from one person to another) and spreads through contact with the infected person’s blood.

Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet contains Sofosbuvir, which lowers the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body and removes the virus from the blood over a period of time.

Take Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has advised it based on your medical condition. In some cases, Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet may cause common side effects such as fever, chills, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tired and irritable, dizziness or loss of appetite. Most of these side effects of Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Sofosbuvir or any other medicines. Avoid pregnancy during treatment with Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet as it may harm the unborn baby when used in combination with ribavirin. You or your partner must use an effective birth control method during and after this treatment. However, contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment or in the months following your treatment with Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet . Drive only if you are alert, as Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, tiredness, blurred vision and reduced attention.

Uses of Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet

Treatment of Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection

Medicinal Benefits

Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet contains Sofosbuvir, an antiviral drug used to treat chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It works by lowering the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body and removing the virus from the blood over a period of time. Thus, it helps in reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body. Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet is commonly used in combination with other antiviral medicines such as Ribavirin (for children and adults) and Peginterferon alfa and ribavirin (for adults).

Directions for Use

Take Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet

  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Feeling tired and irritable
  • Feeling dizzy
  • Loss of appetite

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Sofosbuvir or any other medicines. If you are currently taking rifampicin (antibiotic), carbamazepine, phenobarbital and phenytoin (anticonvulsants), or St. John’s wort (herbal medicine used to treat depression), avoid taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet . If you are currently taking or have taken amiodarone (the medicine to treat irregular heartbeats) in the last few months, inform your doctor before taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet as it may result in a life-threatening slow heartbeat; your doctor may prescribe alternate treatments, or if Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet is prescribed, additional heart monitoring may be recommended. Avoid pregnancy during treatment with Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet as it may harm the unborn baby when used in combination with ribavirin. You or your partner must use an effective birth control method during and after this treatment. However, contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment or in the months following your treatment with Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet . Drive only if you are alert, as Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, tiredness, blurred vision and reduced attention. You are advised to take proper precautions if you are infected with the hepatitis C virus infection to prevent the spread of infection to others. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet may interact with anticonvulsants (oxcarbazepine, carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital), wakefulness-promoting agents (modafinil), antibiotics (rifapentine, rifabutin, rifampin), anti-HIV drug (tipranavir) and medicine used to treat irregular heartbeats (amiodarone).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet with St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) or a product containing St. John’s wort (herbal medicine used to treat depression).

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes or liver problems other than hepatitis C (if you are awaiting liver transplantation), inform your doctor before taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • OXCARBAZEPINE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • MODAFINIL
  • RIFABUTIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • TIPRANAVIR
  • AMIODARONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include plenty of vegetables and fruits, whole grains such as brown rice, oats, quinoa and barley.
  • Eat lean protein such as skinless chicken, fish, beans and egg whites.
  • Include healthy fats like avocados, olive oil and nuts.
  • Eat low-fat or non-fat dairy products to minimise damage to the liver.
  • Drink plenty of water for better processing of food by the body.
  • Avoid sugary foods such as cake, cookies, packaged baked food or soda. Also, avoid heavy salt foods.
  • Avoid foods containing saturated fats such as fried foods, fatty cuts of meat, sour cream, butter and other high-fat dairy products, as they may lead to weight gain and result in fatty liver.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption as they may increase the risk of liver damage.

Special Advise

  • Your doctor will recommend blood tests before, during and after your treatment with Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet to decide what other medicines you should take with Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet and for how long and also to confirm that your treatment has worked for you.
  • If you are using warfarin or other blood thinners, inform your doctor. Your doctor may increase the frequency of your blood tests to check how well your blood can clot.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hepatitis C: It is a severe liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It is contagious (spreads from one person to another) and spreads through contact with the infected person’s blood, sharing needles, using a razor or any other personal items or even transfer from mother to baby during birth. The symptoms may not appear immediately. Some may take between 2 to 12 weeks to appear. Few people may have mild to moderate symptoms such as dark urine, loss of appetite, fever, joint pain, or stomach discomfort. The complications of untreated chronic hepatitis C include liver cancer or liver cirrhosis (scarring).

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet is unknown. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet is commonly used together with ribavirin. Ribavirin can harm the unborn baby. Therefore, it is important to avoid pregnancy during this therapy. However, contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment or in the months following your treatment with Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet is excreted in human milk. Therefore, if you are a breastfeeding mother, please inform your doctor before taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, tiredness, blurred vision and reduced attention in some patients. Therefore, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel dizzy, tired, have blurred vision or reduced attention after taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have a liver problem, inform your doctor before taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

If you have kidney problems or if you are on kidney dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet .

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Children

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet in children, please consult a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
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FAQs

Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet is used to treat Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet contains Sofosbuvir, which lowers the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body and removes the virus from the blood over a period of time. Thus, it helps in reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body.
Hepatitis C virus infection is contagious and spreads from one person to another through contact with an infected person’s blood. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid sharing personal items or needles containing an infected person's blood.
Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet should be used with caution in diabetic patients as it may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) after starting the treatment. Therefore, if you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet . Your doctor may monitor you closely, check your blood sugar levels or adjust your diabetes medication after starting Hepcvir 400 mg Tablet .

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