Velpanat Bottle Of 28 Tablets

Velpanat Tablet is a combination of Sofosbuvir and Velpatasvir. It is used to treat chronic (long term) hepatitis C (an ongoing viral infection that damages the liver). They belong to the antiviral class of medicine.

Velpanat Tablet works by stopping the growth and spread of the virus that causes infection. It should not be used in children below 6-years of age and weighing less than 17 kgs. You should provide detailed information about medical conditions and medications along with family history to your doctor.

Velpanat Tablet should not be used by pregnant and nursing mothers. Take the prescribed dose for a prescribed duration at the same time for optimal benefit. If you experience any other symptoms while on this medication, reach out to your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have taken too much of Velpanat Tablet, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Velpanat Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Velpanat Tablet contains Sofosbuvir and Velpatasvir. They work by inhibiting the viral multiplication and decreases the viral load. Thus, it prevents the spreading of infection.

Directions for Use

Velpanat Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Velpanat Tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of Velpanat Tablet in human pregnancy. Use in pregnancy is not recommended. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Velpanat Tablet while breastfeeding?

There is limited information about the effects of Velpanat Tablet on breastfeeding women. Use while breastfeeding is not recommended, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Velpanat Tablet?

Velpanat Tablet does not affect the ability to drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Velpanat Tablet?

It is not recommended to consume alcohol with Velpanat Tablet as it may increase the side effects such as headache, nausea, diarrhoea, tiredness and worse liver health.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have or had a history of hepatitis B infection, liver transplant or liver failure.
• You have heart disease including irregular heartbeat, slow heart rate and are on any treatment.
• You have kidney disease or diabetes.
• You are on any prescribed or non-prescribed medication.
• Velpanat Tablet should not be used in children below 6-years of age and weighing less than 17kg.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to Sofosbuvir, Velpatasvir or any other component of Velpanat Tablet.
• If you are on the medicine used to treat fits such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin; medicine used to treat tuberculosis such as rifampicin, rifabutin.

Side effects

• Rash
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of acid-lowering medicine such as aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, cimetidine, famotidine, ranitidine, omeprazole, pantoprazole decreases the effect of Velpanat.
• Velpanat Tablet increases the effect of the medicine used to treat irregular heartbeat such as amiodarone, digoxin when coadministered.
• Velpanat Tablet increases the effect of medications used as a blood thinner, such as dabigatran, warfarin when co-administered.
• Medicine used to treat fits such as oxcarbazepine, phenytoin decreases the effect of Velpanat Tablet when co-administered.
• Concomitant use of Velpanat Tablet increases the effect of antiviral medicine such as tenofovir.
• Use of other antiviral medicine such as Lopinavir, efavirenz, rilpivirine, atazanavir, darunavir, raltegravir, cobicistat may increase or decrease the effect of Velpanat Tablet when coadministered.
• When Velpanat Tablet is used concomitantly with herbal supplements like St. John's wort, the desired effect is decreased.
• Medicine used to lower cholesterol level such as atorvastatin, pravastatin, rosuvastatin effect is increased when Velpanat Tablet is co-administered.
• Immunosuppressive medicine such as ciclosporin, tacrolimus effect may be increased or decreased when Velpanat Tablet is co-administered.
• Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid interactions.

Storage and disposal

• Store at temperature below 25°C in a cool, dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Velpanat Tablet cause liver cancer?

No, Velpanat Tablet cures and prevents the hepatitis C infection from spreading. Improper or irregular treatment may lead to liver cancer, so it is recommended to take an exact prescribed dose for the prescribed duration.

When should I take Velpanat Tablet?

Velpanat Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor for the prescribed duration. It is recommended to take Velpanat Tablet at a fixed time daily for optimal benefits. It can be taken with or without food.

Can I drink alcohol with Velpanat Tablet?

No, you should not drink alcohol with Velpanat Tablet. It may worsen liver health and decrease the effect of the medicine.

Can I stop taking Velpanat Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Velpanat Tablet before the prescribed duration. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. You should complete the full course of treatment, else there are chances of recurrence of an infection.

Is Velpanat Tablet effective?

Velpanat Tablet is effective if you take it at dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking this tablet once you start feeling good, the chance of recurrence of the infection increases.