Hepatitis C Treatment Guide
The treatment regimen includes –
- Evaluation of viral count
- Testing for co-infections
- Evaluation of liver damage
It is then followed by an antiviral regimen and supportive therapies.
The direct-acting antivirals are well tolerated.
These cure 98% of infections.
What is the newest Hepatitis C treatment?
The Direct-Acting Antivirals –
These are the antiviral drugs that target the proteins /enzyme in the virus.
These inhibit the virus life cycle.
The varied class of antivirals is combined to provide an effective cure.
The drug combinations lead to 95 % virus elimination.
- Prevents drug resistance-
Hepatitis C is attacked at different sites.
It reduces the probability of viral mutation.
- Provides absolute blockage-
It blocks the cell cycle at multiple points.
- Higher efficacy-
The combination therapy offers lower side effects and high cure rates.
The commonly used Hepatitis C combinations include –
- Velakast- Sofosbuvir /Velpatasavir 400mg/100 mg
- Sofokast Plus- Daclatasvir and Sofosbuvir 60/400mg
- Sofokast- Sofosbuvir Tablets 400 mg
- Dacikast- Daclatasvir Tablets 60 mg
- Ribasure- Ribavirin Capsules 200mg
- Ledikast- Ledipasvir & Sofosbuvir Tablets
Is Hepatitis C curable?
Hepatitis C is cured by the daily oral regimen of DAAs.
These drugs inhibit the multiplication /replication of HCV.
The direct-acting antiviral combinations offer successful cure rates.
Does curing Hepatitis C once make you immune for the rest of your life?
The antivirals completely cure Hepatitis C.
It does not provide future protection.
The hepatitis C virus undergoes innumerable mutations.
The body does not produce protective antibodies against all genotypes.
The long-term hepatitis also leads to immune scarring.
The original virus may not return, but the body may interact with a new strain.
Which is the pan-genotypic Hepatitis C combination used globally?
Velakast (Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir) manufactured by Aprazer Healthcare.
It is a fixed-dose combination containing –
- Sofosbuvir – 400 mg
- Velpatasvir – 100mg
It is a highly prescribed antiviral combination used in Hepatitis C treatment.
Beyond a comprehensive treatment, Velakast offers an affordable treatment regimen.
Benefits of Velakast (Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir)
- It is effective against all 6 strains of Hepatitis C.
- It can be used in children aged 3 years or older.
- It is safe to be used in advanced liver disorders.
- Easy dosing – Once daily pill for 12 weeks
Which is the top Hepatitis C medicine manufacturer and global exporter?
Aprazer Healthcare (hepatology medicine manufacturer) is a top hepatitis C medicine manufacturer.
We are the largest drug exporter from India, manufacturing global-quality antivirals.
As a leading Pharma third-party manufacturer in India- Aprazer Healthcare manufactures a diverse range of generic and branded drugs.
Aprazer Healthcare is a trusted brand in the global markets.
