Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir Benefits & Uses

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Hepatitis C

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hepatitis C Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg sofosbuvir and 100 mg velpatasvir
Geriatric	Disease: Hepatitis C Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg sofosbuvir and 100 mg velpatasvir

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir is used -

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Depression

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Insomnia
Weakness
Chills
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Diarrhoea
Irritability
Rash
Low energy

Common

Fatigue

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir Related Warnings

Is the use of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir. It is best to stop taking Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir on the Kidneys?

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir on the Liver?

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir on the Heart?

You can take Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir without any fear of damage to the heart.

Severe Interaction of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir with Other Drugs

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Atazanavir

Carbamazepine

Mild

Itraconazole

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
HIV/AIDS
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Hepatitis B
Nausea and Vomiting
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)

Frequently asked Questions about Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir

Is this Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir habit forming or addictive?

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir is not addictive in nature.

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.