Velasof is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Is the use of Velasof safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Velasof. It is best to stop taking Velasof immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Velasof safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Velasof. If you see any side effects, stop taking Velasof immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Velasof again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Velasof on the Kidneys?
Velasof rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Velasof on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Velasof on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Velasof on the Heart?
Velasof is completely safe for the heart.
Velasof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Velasof unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Velasof habit forming or addictive?
Velasof does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Velasof you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Velasof is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Velasof in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Velasof
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Velasof and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Velasof
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Velasof.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sovaldi® (sofosbuvir)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1149-1150
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Epclusa® (sofosbuvir and velpatasvir)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1149-1150
