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Ribavirin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Ribavirin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ribavirin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ribavirin is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Ribavirin safe for pregnant women?
Ribavirin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Ribavirin safe during breastfeeding?
Ribavirin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Ribavirin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Ribavirin.
What is the effect of Ribavirin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ribavirin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ribavirin on the Liver?
Side effects of Ribavirin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ribavirin on the Heart?
Ribavirin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ribavirin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ribavirin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ribavirin habit forming or addictive?
Ribavirin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ribavirin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ribavirin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ribavirin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ribavirin
When consumed with certain foods, Ribavirin may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ribavirin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ribavirin with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 804
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Copegus® (ribavirin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rebetol® (ribavirin)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Ibavyr® (ribavirin)