Velpatasvir Benefits & Uses

Velpatasvir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis C

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

Velpatasvir Side Effects

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

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Depression

Mild

Fatigue
Headache
Insomnia
Rash
Irritability
Low energy
Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting

Velpatasvir Related Warnings

Is the use of Velpatasvir safe for pregnant women?

Velpatasvir can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Velpatasvir, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Velpatasvir safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Velpatasvir. Immediately discontinue Velpatasvir if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Velpatasvir on the Kidneys?

Velpatasvir may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Velpatasvir on the Liver?

Side effects of Velpatasvir rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Velpatasvir on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Velpatasvir with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiodarone

Carbamazepine

Dexamethasone

Efavirenz

Velpatasvir Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Hepatitis B
Nausea and Vomiting
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)

Frequently asked Questions about Velpatasvir

Is this Velpatasvir habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Velpatasvir is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Velpatasvir as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Velpatasvir only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Velpatasvir for mental disorders.

No

Velpatasvir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Velpatasvir

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Velpatasvir and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Velpatasvir

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Velpatasvir with alcohol.

Unknown