Daclatasvir

Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)

Daclatasvir Uses

Daclatasvir is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.

How Daclatasvir works

Daclatasvir is an antiviral medication. It works by lowering a load of hepatitis C virus in the body and removing the virus from the blood over a period of time.

Common side effects of Daclatasvir

Fatigue, Headache, Nausea1a, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

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Expert advice for Daclatasvir

Daclatasvir is used along with other medications for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It has fewer side effects compared to other similar medications.
Take it with food, preferably at the same time everyday.
You will usually need to take this medicine every day for either 12 or 24 weeks.
It may cause fatigue, dizziness, and blurred vision. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Your doctor may monitor your liver function and the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body regularly.
Do not stop taking Daclatasvir without your doctor’s advice.