Sofokem Information

Sofokem is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hepatitis C.

The correct dosage of Sofokem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Sofokem include Fatigue. While these are the most often observed Sofokem side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Sofokem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Sofokem has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sofokem related warnings talks about Sofokem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Sofokem are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Sofokem may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sofokem is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Sofokem Benefits & Uses

Sofokem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis C

Sofokem 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

Sofokem Related Warnings

Is the use of Sofokem safe for pregnant women?

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

Mild
Is the use of Sofokem safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Sofokem on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Sofokem on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Sofokem on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Sofokem on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Sofokem on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Sofokem on the Heart?

Sofokem is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Sofokem with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiodarone

Fosphenytoin

Moderate

Atazanavir

Carbamazepine

Mild

Itraconazole

Sofokem Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
HIV/AIDS
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Sofokem

Is this Sofokem habit forming or addictive?

Sofokem is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Sofokem, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Sofokem can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Sofokem only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Sofokem for mental disorders.

No

Sofokem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sofokem

It is safe to take Sofokem with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sofokem

Information about the interaction of Sofokem and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown