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Opegus200mg

Rx
Generic:
Ribavirin
Dosage form:
Capsule
Pack size:
Box (7 Capsule)

৳ 25/unit

Pack: ৳ 175

At a glance

Ribavirin — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Ribavirin is an antiviral medicine that is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and clears up the infection. Ribavirin should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It should be taken with food. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Some side effects of this medicine include headache, muscle pain, weakness, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Ribavirin is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Indications

• Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection

Mechanism of action

Ribavirin is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Administration

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ribavirin is to be taken with food.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of Ribavirin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Side effects

Common: • Headache • Muscle pain • Weakness • Fatigue • Fever

Precautions & warnings

[SAFE] Ribavirin does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Food interactions

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ribavirin. Please consult your doctor.

Use in pregnancy

[UNSAFE] Ribavirin is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Use in lactation

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Ribavirin is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[CAUTION] Ribavirin should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ribavirin may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Ribavirin is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease. [CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] There is limited information available on the use of Ribavirin in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Common questions

How to treatment of HEPATITIS C VIRUS https://www.1mg.com/otc/himalaya-liv.-52-ds-tablet-otc135545One ?one tablet morning & evening after taking food , use at least 1-2 monthsUse this medicine along with your treatment I am affected from hepatitis c virus diagnosed with confirmed genotype. Meanwhile i am pregnant will hepatitis virus pass on my baby. Or i should abort Your reports are of february with no ongoin liver damage. You havnt got the quantitative analysis. Most probably you wont need to abort. But be in constant follow up of good gastroenterologist near you. How to get rid of Hepatitis C virus present inside the body which is still nonreactive ? Consult a Gastro enterologist Have chronic infection with semun c/s Ecoli Please elaborate your symptoms, history, treatment and investigations done. What is the GTT, HCB, tests in pregnancy ? These tests help to know chicness of diabetes in a pregnant mother and HCV is a hepatitis test. Suffering from Hepatitis B virus from last one week. Please suggest me. Pls consult a gastroenterologist Hepatitis c , drug suggest me salt name , popular brand in india Hello doctor , will you suggest me drug for hepatitis c you need to be examined in clinic before any opinion can be given Suffering from liver cancer and hepatitis c Dear sir homeopathy can be taken as Add-on therapy in your case which shall improve your quality of life and decrease the progression of disease. You can visit a homeopath for detailed discussion and treatment

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.