Daclatasvir

Written By Dr. Syeda Aafia

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 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, Nausea, Diarrhea

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Medicine brands for Daclatasvir

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹3750 to ₹5243

2 variant(s)

Daclacruz

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹5625 to ₹5625

1 variant(s)

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.
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.