What is the drug Epclusa used for?
This medication is a combination of sofosbuvir and velpatasvir 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).
Is Epclusa a controlled substance?
Epclusa is used in the treatment of hepatitis c and belongs to the drug class antiviral combinations. Epclusa sofosbuvir 200 mg / velpatasvir 50 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
How long do you take Sofosbuvir Velpatasvir?
It is taken usually with or without food once a day for 12 weeks. Take sofosbuvir and velpatasvir at around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.
Can you drink while taking Sofosbuvir Velpatasvir?
Avoid alcohol while taking Epclusa (sofosbuvir / velpatasvir). It’s not known if alcohol interacts with the medication, but alcohol and hepatitis C can both damage the liver.
Does Epclusa make you sick?
Alcohol use and Epclusa These may include: headache. nausea. fatigue (lack of energy)
How do you administer ribavirin?
Ribavirin comes as a tablet, a capsule and an oral solution (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken with food twice a day, in the morning and the evening, for 24 to 48 weeks or longer. Take ribavirin at around the same times every day.
What is the difference between Mavyret and Epclusa?
They’re also both combination medications: Mavyret contains the active drugs glecaprevir and pibrentasvir. Epclusa contains the active drugs velpatasvir and sofosbuvir.
Is weight gain a side effect of Epclusa?
No, Epclusa doesn’t affect your body weight. But weight loss can be a sign of infections, including hepatitis C. And keep in mind that Epclusa is used to treat hepatitis C. You may also lose weight if you have nausea while you’re taking Epclusa.
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