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Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir Tablet IP 400mg/100mg (Mylan)
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Sofosbuvir & Velpatasvir 400 mg/100 mg (Mylan) is a once-daily antiviral tablet to cure all genotypes (1-6) of chronic hepatitis C. Taken for 12 weeks, it offers high cure rates with minimal side effects.
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Sofosbuvir & Velpatasvir (brand: MyHep All by Mylan) is a potent combination antiviral treatment indicated for chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, effective against all major HCV genotypes (1 through 6), whether or not the patient has cirrhosis.
Hepatitis C Online
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Medindia
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hcp.epclusa.com
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Mechanism of action: Sofosbuvir is an NS5B polymerase inhibitor that halts viral RNA replication; Velpatasvir is an NS5A inhibitor disrupting viral replication complexes. Together they block different steps in the virus lifecycle.
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Dosage: For adults and children ≥ 3 years old, one tablet (400/100 mg) once daily for 12 weeks. The tablet may be taken with or without food. Use the full course even if you feel better.
Mayo Clinic
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Drugs.com
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Special populations: Patients with compensated or decompensated cirrhosis may need longer or additional therapy (for example, adding ribavirin) as guided by a doctor. Use in children < 3 years or < weight thresholds may involve different formulations (pellets).
Mayo Clinic
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Key precautions / interactions:
Don’t use with strong inducers of P-gp or CYP450 enzymes (e.g., rifampin, carbamazepine, phenytoin, St. John’s wort) → can reduce drug concentration and reduce efficacy.
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Monitor for hepatitis B co-infection, which may flare when treating HCV.
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Possible side effects: fatigue, headache, nausea, insomnia, rash, etc. Most are mild to moderate.