WHAT IS RESOF L ?

RESOF L is a combination of two hepatitis C virus (HCV) antiviral drugs in a single form. Each single tablet contains ledipasvir and sofosbuvir.

MEDICINAL USES :

RESOF L is a combination of ledipasvir and sofosbuvir and is used to treat chronic (long-lasting) hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver. It may sometimes be used with another antiviral medication (ribavirin). These drugs work by reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body, which helps your immune system fight the infection and may help your liver recover.

RESOF L COMMON SIDE EFFECTS :

Tiredness, headache, nausea, diarrhea, or difficulty sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

SAFETY INFORMATION (Precautions) :

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Before taking
ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to
either of the drugs; or if you have any other allergies. This product may
contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other
problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

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Before using this
medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
kidney disease.

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Before having
surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including
prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

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During pregnancy,
this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. Ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, in combination with
ribavirin, must not be used during pregnancy by either the pregnant woman or
her male partner. The combination may harm an unborn baby.

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Two reliable
forms of birth control (such as condoms, birth control pills) must be used
whenever at least one sexual partner is using these medicines together, and for
six months after stopping treatment. If you or your partner becomes pregnant,
or if you think you or your partner may be pregnant, tell your doctor right
away.

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It is unknown if
this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding. Breast-feeding is not recommended if this medication is used in
combination with ribavirin.

PROPER STORAGE OF RESOF L :

Store Resof L at room temperature below 86°F (30°C).

RESOF L INTERACTIONS :

Some products that may interact with this drug include: amiodarone, a certain other medication used to treat chronic hepatitis C (simeprevir).

This medication can slow down the removal of other medications from your body, which may affect how they work. One example is rosuvastatin, among others.

Other medications can affect the removal of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir from your body, which may affect how this medication works. Examples include rifamycins (such as rifampin, rifabutin), St. John’s wort, tipranavir/ritonavir, drugs used to treat seizures (such as phenobarbital, carbamazepine, phenytoin), among others.

Do not take this medication with other products that contain sofosbuvir.

This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist.

What is Resof 400 mg Tablet?

Resof 400 mg tablet from Dr. Reddy is a generic version. It is a prescription drug that contains Sofosbuvir for oral administration. This HCV medication should be used under proper medical guidance and advice. Do not share the medicine with others, since they may be suffering from a problem that is not effectively treated by this drug.

What is the use of Resof Sofosbuvir Tablet?

Sofosbuvir (Resof) belongs to the class of medications called antivirals. It is used with other antiviral medications to treat chronic (long-lasting) hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver.

How Does Resof Sofosbuvir Tablet Work?

Sofosbuvir is a nucleotide analog inhibitor. Resof (Sofosbuvir) works by blocking the action of an enzyme called NS5B RNA-dependent RNA polymerase in the hepatitis C virus, which is essential for the virus to multiply. This stops the hepatitis C virus from multiplying, which lowers the amount of hepatitis C virus in the liver. This helps to reduce liver damage and improves liver function.

What are the side effects of Resof 400mg Tablet?

When you take Sofosbuvir hepatitis medicine, it’s important to be aware of changes in your body and how you feel. This medicine can cause some side effects. Side effects can range from mild to severe. Each person’s reaction to treatment is different. Some people have very few side effects, while others may experience more. The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur in medicines that contain Sofosbuvir:

WHAT IS RIBAHEP ?

RibaHep is an antiviral that belongs to a class of medications called nucleoside analogues. It inhibits an enzyme RNA polymerase which is essential for viral replication and thus decreases the amount of Hepatitis C virus in the body thereby resulting in less liver damage and improved liver function.

MEDICINE USES :

Ribavirin 200mg is an antiviral medication. This medicine must be used together with an interferon alfa product to treat chronic Hepatitis C viral infection that damages the liver.

RIBAVIRIN COMMON SIDE EFFECTS :

nausea, flu-like symptoms, tiredness; fever, chills or shaking; headache; mood changes, feeling irritable; muscle pain; or stomach pain, vomiting, loss of appetite.

Call your doctor at once if you have :

    problems with your vision;
    severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
    stabbing chest pain, wheezing, feeling short of breath;
    severe depression, thoughts about suicide, or thoughts about hurting someone else;
    signs of serious anemia–pale or yellowed skin, dark colored urine, confusion or weakness; or
    other signs of low blood cell counts–fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, swollen gums, mouth sores, skin sores, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, feeling light-headed.
    signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

SAFETY INFORMATION (Precautions) for RIBAHEP RIBAVIRIN CAPSULES :

    Ribavirin may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Ribavirin with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
    Ribavirin may lower the ability of your body to fight infection. Avoid contact with people who have colds or infections. Tell your doctor if you notice signs of infection like fever, sore throat, rash, or chills.
    Serious and sometimes fatal lung problems have happened with Ribavirin. Call your doctor right away if you have lung or breathing problems (eg, trouble breathing, shortness of breath, a cough that is new or worse).
    Diabetes patients – Ribavirin may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
    Some brands of Ribavirin are not approved for use in CHILDREN younger than 18 years old. Discuss any questions with your doctor.
    PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Ribavirin if you are pregnant. It has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. It is not known if this medicine is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Ribavirin.

This is not a complete list. Ask your health care provider for more information.

MEDICATION STORAGE REQUIREMENTS :

Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15° and 30°C (59° and 86°F). Keep bottle tightly closed.

DRUG INTERACTIONS :

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Zydus Ribavirin. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

    Didanosine or other nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) (eg, lamivudine), other antiretroviral medicines for HIV infection, or thiopurines (eg, azathioprine) because serious side effects, including risk of infection, nerve problems (peripheral neuropathy), pancreas problems, bone marrow suppression, lactic acidosis, and severe or fatal liver failure, may be increased by Ribavirin
    Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) or certain NRTIs (eg, lamivudine, stavudine, zidovudine) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Ribavirin

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Generic Ribavirin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

Ribavin Ribavirin Tablets Details:

Brand Name: Ribavin
Contents: ribavirin 200mg
Form: Tablets
Manufactured By: Lupin
Packing: 4 Capsules in one pack