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Ribavirin is usually taken orally (by mouth) or inhaled. [1] Despite widespread usage, it has faced scrutiny in the 21st century because of lack of proven efficacy in treating viral infections for which it has been prescribed in the past. [6] [7] Its common side effects include fatigue, headache, nausea, fever, muscle pains, and an irritable ...
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Early and intravenous ribavirin treatment is required for maximal efficacy, and it can produce considerable side effects. [27] Ribavirin has not been evaluated yet in controlled clinical trials. [citation needed] Use of ribavirin during pregnancy is generally not recommended, as some studies indicate the possibility of teratogenic effects. If ...
In people with psoriasis using topical steroids it occurs in up to 5% of people after a year of use. [5] Intermittent use of topical steroids for atopic dermatitis is safe and does not cause skin thinning. [6] [7] [8] Skin atrophy can occur with both prescription and over the counter steroids creams. [9]
Medications it is used with include sofosbuvir or ribavirin and peginterferon-alfa. [2] Cure rates are in 80s to 90s percent. [3] [4] [5] It may be used in those who also have HIV/AIDS. [2] It is taken by mouth once daily for typically 12 weeks. [2] Common side effects include feeling tired, headache, rash, itchiness, and sensitivity to ...
For hepatitis C it is typically used together with ribavirin and cure rates are between 24 and 92%. [3] [4] For hepatitis B it may be used alone. [5] It is given by injection under the skin. [3] Side effects are common. [6] They may include headache, feeling tired, depression, trouble sleeping, hair loss, nausea, pain at the site of injection ...
Sofosbuvir used alone and in combination with other drugs such as ribavirin with or without a peginterferon has a good safety profile. Common side effects are fatigue, headache, nausea, rash, irritability, dizziness, back pain, and anemia. Most side effects are more common in interferon-containing regimens as compared to interferon-free regimens.