Ledihep Information

Ledihep is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Ledihep also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Ledihep depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Ledihep include Muscle Ache. While these are the most often observed Ledihep side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ledihep are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Ledihep's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ledihep related warnings talks about Ledihep's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Ledihep contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Ledihep have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ledihep is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Ledihep Benefits & Uses
Ledihep Dosage & How to Take
Ledihep Side Effects
Ledihep Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ledihep with Other Drugs
Ledihep Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ledihep
Ledihep Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ledihep Benefits & Uses

Ledihep is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Hepatitis C

Ledihep 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hepatitis C Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 12 weeks Special Instructions: strength 90 mg ledipasvir and 400 mg sofosbuvir, dose should be given to patients having weight above 35 kg
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: 12 weeks Special Instructions: strength 90 mg ledipasvir and 400 mg sofosbuvir
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: 12 weeks Special Instructions: strength 90 mg ledipasvir and 400 mg sofosbuvir

Ledihep Related Warnings

Is the use of Ledihep safe for pregnant women?

Ledihep rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Ledihep safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Ledihep on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ledihep on the Kidneys?

Ledihep may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ledihep on the Liver?

Ledihep is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ledihep on the Heart?

Ledihep is not harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Ledihep with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiodarone

Fosphenytoin

Moderate

Ranitidine

Aluminium hydroxide

Amoxicillin

Clarithromycin

Lansoprazole

Atorvastatin

Amlodipine

Atazanavir

Carbamazepine

Mild

Itraconazole

Ledihep Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
HIV/AIDS
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Ledihep

Is this Ledihep habit forming or addictive?

Ledihep is not addictive in nature.

Ledihep Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ledihep

Taking Ledihep with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ledihep

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ledihep with alcohol will be.