HEPTOS 200MG CAP

Overview

HEPTOS 200MG CAP is a Schedule H drug.

HEPTOS 200MG CAP is composed of: RIBAVIRIN (200.0 MG)

Ribavirin is an antiviral medication.Ribavirin must be used together with an interferon alfa productIt prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Usage

RIBAVIRIN is generally used to treat: Hepatitis C, Respiratory Syncytial Virus
RIBAVIRIN can address symptoms like: Fatigue (tiredness), Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Fever, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Body Discoloration, Weakness (generalized), Body Pain, Joint Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Right Side Upper Abdomen Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

HEPTOS 200MG CAP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for HEPTOS 200MG CAP and its Constituents

• You should not use ribavirin if you have autoimmune hepatitis, severe kidney disease, or a hemoglobin blood cell disorder.
• You should not take ribavirin with didanosine.
• You should not take ribavirin if you are allergic to it.
• Do not take ribavirin if you are pregnant.
• Do not take ribavirin if your sexual partner is pregnant.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label.
• Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Do not crush, chew, break, or open a ribavirin capsule. Swallow it whole. Tell your doctor if you have trouble swallowing the capsule.
• Drink extra fluids while you are taking ribavirin to keep from getting dehydrated, especially during exercise or in hot weather.
• If you vomit while taking ribavirin, rinse your mouth out with water to prevent damage to your teeth or gums.
• Using this medicine will not prevent you from passing hepatitis to other people.
• Follow your doctor’s instructions about how to prevent passing the disease to another person.Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.

Symptoms of Overdosage

RIBAVIRIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

RIBAVIRIN : Constipation, Dry Skin, Muscle Pain, Muscle Cramp, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Chills, Fever, Fatigue (tiredness), Head Headache, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Loss Of Appetite, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Loss Of Voice, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Weight Gain

Serious Side-Effects

RIBAVIRIN : Depression, Anxiety, Heartburn, Indigestion, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Body Pain, Chest Pain, Labored Breathing, Dry Mouth, Body Discomfort, Hyperventilating (rapid/deep Breathing), Irregular Heartbeat, Lower Back Pain, Nervousness, Pain With Urination, Pale Skin, Poor Concentration, Wheezing, Difficulty Sleeping

Rare Side-Effects

RIBAVIRIN : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin

Disease Interactions

RIBAVIRIN can interfere with: Anemia, Heart Arrhythmias, Congestive Heart Disease, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

RIBAVIRIN is categorized as:

• INHALED ANTI-INFECTIVES / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• PURINE NUCLEOSIDES / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for HEPTOS 200MG CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

HEPTOS 200MG CAP	INR 120 for 10 CAPSULES	RIBAVIRIN 200.0 MG
REBETOL 200MG CAP	INR 1175.23 for 12 CAPSULES	RIBAVIRIN 200.0 MG
RIBAVIN 200MG CAP	INR 312.5 for 4 CAPSULES	RIBAVIRIN 200.0 MG
RINHIB 200MG TAB	INR 1666.66 for 42 TABLETS	RIBAVIRIN 200.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

RIBAHEP CAP	INR 750 for 10 CAPSULES	RIBAVIRIN
RIBAVIN 100MG CAP	INR 80 for 10 CAPSULES	RIBAVIRIN 100 MG
RIBAVIRIN		RIBAVIRIN