Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 12 Apr 2021 | 07:34 AM (UTC)

Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir Uses

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

How Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir works

Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir is a combination of two antiviral medicines: Ledipasvir and Sofosbuvir. 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 Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir

Tiredness, Headache

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Medicine brands for Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

₹27500 to ₹27500

1 variant(s)

Sofab LP

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹24053 to ₹24053

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir

Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir 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.
Ledipasvir + Sofosbuvir 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.