Ledipasvir
Information about Ledipasvir
Ledipasvir uses
Ledipasvir is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
How ledipasvir works
Ledipasvir 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 ledipasvir
Fatigue, Headache, Nausea, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Available Medicine for Ledipasvir
Expert advice for Ledipasvir
- Ledipasvir 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 Ledipasvir without your doctor’s advice.