Does Epclusa Help Cure Hepatitis C?
Epclusa is very effective in clearing up Hepatitis C (genotype 3)
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Epclusa is a combination of two antiviral medications sofosbuvir / velpatasvir. The medication is newly approved by FDA and acts by directly preventing the replication of the virus and clearing up the infection.
Untreated Hepatitis C infection poses the risk for liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. So it is important to initiate treatment.
Side effects of Epclusa include allergic reaction, heart rhythm abnormality, stomach upset, anemia and decreased sleep. But the benefits outweigh the side effects of the medication.
Epclusa should be taken as 1 tablet a day for 12 weeks.
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Dr.Lekshmi