Ribavin 200mg Capsule
Lupin Ltd

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In-stock 4 capsules in 1 strip
312.50

NOTICE: unsafe with : Pregnancy

USED FOR:
Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection

COMPOSITION:
Ribavirin (200mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Pregnancy
CAUTION

Ribavin 200mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Ribavin 200mg Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Ribavin 200mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Ribavin 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ribavin 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Ribavin 200mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Ribavin 200mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Ribavirin   200mg

Uses of Ribavin Capsule
Ribavin 200mg Capsule is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infectionIt is used in combination with interferon.

How to use Ribavin Capsule
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. Ribavin 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Ribavin Capsule works
Ribavin 200mg Capsule is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in human cells. Thus stops the virus from producing new viruses.

Side Effects:

Common Headache, Nausea, Loss of appetite, Impaired concentration, Abdominal pain, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Dizziness, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Ribavin Capsule
Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better. Drink plenty of water while on treatment with Ribavin. This helps to prevent kidney stone and kidney damage. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. A dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters. If you're taking Ribavin for herpes, you should use barrier methods (condoms) when you're having sex since you can still pass it on to other people, even if you're taking the medication. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How does Ribavin work?
Ribavin belongs to a class of antiviral medications called nucleoside analogues. It decreases the amount of Hepatitis C virus in the body by blocking its growth, resulting in less liver damage and improved liver function

Q. What are the severe side effects of Ribavin?
Ribavin may cause anemia that can worsen any heart problems and can cause a heart attack that can be life-threatening. Call your doctor immediately in case you experience excessive tiredness, pale skin, headache, dizziness, confusion, fast heartbeat, weakness, shortness of breath, or chest pain.