Ribahep Tablet

Uses

Ribavirin is generally used in treatment of the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It is generally used in treatment of combination with interferon.

Side Effects

• Injection site pain
• Stomach pain

How to use

Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Ribavirin, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Ribavirin is to be taken with food.

How it works

Ribavirin is an antiviral drug. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Faqs

Q. How does Ribavirin work?
Ribavirin belongs to a class of antiviral medications called nucleoside analogues. It decreases the amount of Hepatitis C virus in the body by blocking its growth, resulting in less liver damage and improved liver function

Q. What are the severe side effects of Ribavirin?
Ribavirin may cause anemia that can worsen any heart problems and can cause a heart attack that can be life-threatening. Call your doctor immediately in case you experience excessive tiredness, pale skin, headache, dizziness, confusion, fast heartbeat, weakness, shortness of breath, or chest pain.

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