SOFOSBUVIR TABLETS

SOFOSBUVIR TABLETS

The Sofosbuvir Tablet or Sovaldi is an antiviral medication which prevents Hepatitis C virus from affecting your body and multiplying in it. The Sofosbuvir Tablet can be used in combination with other antiviral medications as well that meant for treating chronic hepatitis C virus in the adults and the children who are in the age group of 12 years and must weigh around 77 pounds.

How does Sofosbuvir tablet works?

The tablet of Sofosbuvir works by acting upon the enzyme called NS5B RNA-dependent RNA polymerase in the hepatitis C virus, which is vital for the virus from multiplying. This prevents the hepatitis virus C from multiplying, that decreases the amount of hepatitis C virus in the liver. It helps in reducing the liver damage and improves the function of liver. It can be used in combination with any other medication that attacks in Hepatitis C virus in different ways. In case the medication of Sofosbuvir is used on its own then there is a high chance that hepatitis C virus might get resistant to it.

Dosage of Sofosbuvir tablets

Sofosbuvir tablets should be taken with food and should be swallowed whole with plain water. You should not break, crush or chew the tablets. The general dosage of Sofosbuvir is only one tablet in a day. You can take the tablet at the same time every day.

In case you forget to take the medicine, then take it as soon as you remember, unless it is six hours or less till your next dose is due. In such situation, skip the missed dose and then take the next dosage as usual. Do not take a double dose for compensating the missed dose. You have to take this medication every day for 12 to 14 weeks, or till the time your liver transplant isn’t done.

Precautions to take while using Sofosbuvir tablets

There are some precautions that you have take while using the medicine of Sofosbuvir tablets. These precautions will prevent any adverse effect of the medication.

• The Sofosbuvir tablet can cause some dizziness, fatigue or blurred vision in the user and affect his or her concentration. It causes a lot of problem to the user. Therefore, you must avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after using the tablet.
• The liver function and the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body should be monitored regularly at the time of taking this medicine. It includes doing blood tests before taking the tablet, during taking the tablet and after taking the pill.
• The medicine of Sofosbuvir tablets might decrease the number of blood cells in your blood. You should tell your doctor if you tell you come across any such symptom.
• The symptoms of low blood cells might include sore mouth or throat, mouth ulcers, unexplained bruising or bleeding, purple spots, suddenly feeling tired, breathless, or any other signs of infection.
• Pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers should not take the medication of Sofosbuvir tablets.
• People who are allergic to the active ingredient of the medication should avoid using the medicine.

What are the possible side effects of Sofosbuvir tablets?

The Sofosbuvir tablets can have some possible side effects on the user. Some of the side effects are very common and go away by itself. However, if they persist for a long time, then show to the doctor immediately. The side effects of the Sofosbuvir tablet include:

• Dry mouth
• Indigestion
• Hair loss
• Dry skin
• Back pain
• Rash and itching
• Pain in the joints and muscles
• Flu-like symptoms
• Fever or shivering
• Anxiety
• Agitation
• Loss of concentration and memory
• Depression
• Migraine headaches
• Rash and itching
• Pain in the joints and muscles
• Flu-like symptoms
• Fever or shivering
• Feeling tired (fatigue)
• Headache
• Feeling or being sick
• Difficulty sleeping