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About Ropegus 100mg Tablet
Ropegus 100mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antivirals used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Ropegus 100mg Tablet is used in combination with other medicines. Hepatitis C is a severe liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It is contagious (spreads from one person to another) and spreads through contact with the infected person’s blood.
Ropegus 100mg Tablet contains Ribavirin, an antiviral drug that works by inhibiting the action of viral RNA (genetic material) that is essential for the virus to multiply. Thereby, it stops the virus from making new viruses and helps in reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body.
Take Ropegus 100mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Ropegus 100mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, or loss of appetite. Most of these side effects of Ropegus 100mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Ropegus 100mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Ropegus 100mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 3 years of age. Avoid taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant as it may cause birth defects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet. It is recommended to use effective contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy while using Ropegus 100mg Tablet and for 7 months after stopping treatment with Ropegus 100mg Tablet. If you experience stomach pain, vomiting, or nausea while taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be symptoms of a rare but severe side effect known as lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in the blood).
Uses of Ropegus 100mg Tablet
Directions for Use
Medicinal Benefits
Ropegus 100mg Tablet contains Ribavirin, an antiviral drug used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Ropegus 100mg Tablet inhibits the action of viral RNA (genetic material) essential for the virus to multiply. Thereby, it stops the virus from making new viruses and helps in reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body.
How Ropegus 100mg Tablet Works
Storage
What if I have taken an overdose of Ropegus 100mg Tablet
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Ropegus 100mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet if you have any blood disorder or have had a heart attack. Ropegus 100mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 3 years of age. Avoid taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant as it may cause birth defects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet. It is recommended to use effective contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy while using Ropegus 100mg Tablet and for 7 months after stopping treatment with Ropegus 100mg Tablet. You are advised to take proper precautions if you are infected with the hepatitis C virus infection to prevent the spread of infection to others. If you experience stomach pain, vomiting, or nausea while taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be symptoms of a rare but severe side effect known as lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in the blood).
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Habit Forming
Therapeutic Class
Alcohol
Unsafe
Avoid alcohol consumption with Ropegus 100mg Tablet as it may worsen liver problems.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Ropegus 100mg Tablet is a category X pregnancy drug and is not recommended for pregnant women as it may cause birth defects. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is unknown whether Ropegus 100mg Tablet is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Ropegus 100mg Tablet is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Driving
Caution
Ropegus 100mg Tablet may cause drowsiness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel drowsy or tired after taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet.
Liver
Caution
Take Ropegus 100mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
Caution
Take Ropegus 100mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
Caution
Ropegus 100mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 3 years of age as safety and effectiveness were not established.
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Ropegus 100mg Tablet contains Ribavirin, an antiviral drug that works by inhibiting the action of viral RNA (genetic material) that is essential for the virus to multiply. Thereby, it stops the virus from making new viruses and helps in reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body.
Hepatitis C virus infection is contagious and spreads from one person to another through contact with an infected person’s blood. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid sharing personal items or needles containing the blood of an infected person.
You are not recommended to take Ropegus 100mg Tablet with zidovudine (a medicine used to treat HIV/AIDS), as it may reduce the effectiveness of zidovudine. Please consult your doctor before taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet with other medicines. However, regular blood tests are recommended to make sure that HIV infection is not getting worse.
Ropegus 100mg Tablet may cause lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in the blood), a rare but severe side effect especially in women who are very obese. However, if you experience stomach pain, vomiting or nausea while taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately.
You are not recommended to stop taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Ropegus 100mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Ropegus 100mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.
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