Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 13 Oct 2022 | 12:14 PM (UTC)

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir Uses

Sofosbuvir+Velpatasvir is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.

How Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir works

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir is a combination of two antiviral medicines: Sofosbuvir and Velpatasvir. They work by lowering the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body and removing the virus from the blood over a period of time.

Common side effects of Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir

Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Fatigue, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Nausea, Vomiting, Weakness, Diarrhea, Rash

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Medicine brands for Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

₹17500 to ₹17500

1 variant(s)

Myhep All

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹17500 to ₹17500

1 variant(s)

Sofocure-V

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Aprazer Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹17500 to ₹17500

1 variant(s)

Velpas S

Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

₹17330 to ₹17330

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir

Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir is used for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
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.
Skipping doses increases the risk of treatment failure. Make sure that you take all your doses at the correct time.
It may cause fatigue, dizziness, and blurred vision. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Sofosbuvir + Velpatasvir may cause headaches. Drink plenty of water and take a suitable painkiller. Inform your doctor if it does not go away.
Your doctor may monitor your liver function and the amount of hepatitis C virus in your body regularly.
Do not stop taking this medicine without your doctor’s advice.