Sofosbuvir



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Sofosbuvir Information



Sofosbuvir Benefits & Uses

Sofosbuvir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Sofosbuvir 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: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 12 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given in combination with ribavirin
Geriatric
  • Disease: Hepatitis C
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 12 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given in combination with ribavirin
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Hepatitis C
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 12 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given in combination with ribavirin

Sofosbuvir Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Sofosbuvir safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Sofosbuvir has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

    Mild
  • Is the use of Sofosbuvir safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Sofosbuvir on breastfeeding women are very mild.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Sofosbuvir on the Kidneys?


    Sofosbuvir may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Sofosbuvir on the Liver?


    Sofosbuvir is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Sofosbuvir on the Heart?


    Sofosbuvir is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Sofosbuvir with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Sofosbuvir Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Sofosbuvir

  • Is this Sofosbuvir habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Sofosbuvir has not been reported.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Sofosbuvir is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Sofosbuvir is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Sofosbuvir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Sofosbuvir


    Taking Sofosbuvir with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Sofosbuvir


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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

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