Ledipasvir-sofosbuvir

Name: Ledipasvir-sofosbuvir

Uses of Ledipasvir & Sofosbuvir

Ledipasvir/sofosbuvir is a prescription medication used to treat the following:

  • Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotype 1, 4, 5, or 6 infection
  • Chronic HCV/HIV co-infections

Harvoni is given with ribavirin to treat: 

  • HCV genotype 1 infection with advanced cirrhosis, or
  • HCV genotype 1 or 4 infection with or without cirrhosis who have had a liver transplant

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Other Requirements

Store this medication at room temperature below 86°F (30°C).

Keep it in its original container.

Do not use the medication within if the seal over the bottle opening is broken or missing. 

 

Ledipasvir & Sofosbuvir FDA Warning

There is a risk of hepatitis B virus (HBV) becoming an active infection in those who have a current or previous infection with HBV and is treated with a certain antiviral medication (a direct-acting antiviral) to treat hepatitis C virus. Your healthcare provider will screen and monitor for HBV in those taking a direct-acting antiviral. Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of hepatitis B infection or other liver problems before you are treated for hepatitis C. 

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