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Velpatasvir
INFORMATION ABOUT VELPATASVIR
Velpatasvir Uses
Velpatasvir is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
How Velpatasvir works
Velpatasvir 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 Velpatasvir
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Fatigue, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Nausea
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Sharma
PhD, M.Pharm
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
28 Mar 2025 | 05:42 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Velpatasvir
  • Velpatasvir 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 Velpatasvir without your doctor’s advice.
  • Velpatasvir 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 Velpatasvir without your doctor’s advice.