Virbetol Tablet is an antiviral medicine that is used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and clears up the infection.

Virbetol Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It should be taken with food. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Some side effects of this medicine include headache, muscle pain, weakness, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Uses of Virbetol Tablet

Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection

Benefits of Virbetol Tablet

In Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection

Virbetol Tablet works by preventing the HCV virus from multiplying in your body. It helps control the infection and makes the immune system work better. This lowers your chances of getting complications and improves your quality of life. This medicine is always taken in combination with other antiretroviral medicines. It is not a cure and should neither be used to prevent HCV infection. It is important that you take this medicine as prescribed, following the dosage recommended by your doctor. Taking all doses in the right amount at the right times greatly increases the effectiveness of the medicine.

Side effects of Virbetol Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Virbetol

Headache
Muscle pain
Weakness
Fatigue
Fever

How to use Virbetol Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Virbetol Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Virbetol Tablet works

Virbetol Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Virbetol Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Virbetol Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Virbetol Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Virbetol Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Virbetol Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Virbetol Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Virbetol Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Virbetol Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Virbetol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Virbetol Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Virbetol Tablet

₹76.43/Tablet

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₹35/tablet

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Fact Box

Chemical Class

Nucleoside analog

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs

Patient concerns

I am affected from hepatitis c virus diagnosed with confirmed genotype. Meanwhile i am pregnant will hepatitis virus pass on my baby. Or i should abort

Dr. Kunal Parasar

Surgical Gastroenterology

Your reports are of february with no ongoin liver damage. You havnt got the quantitative analysis. Most probably you wont need to abort. But be in constant follow up of good gastroenterologist near you.

How to get rid of Hepatitis C virus present inside the body which is still nonreactive ?

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Consult a Gastro enterologist

FAQs

How does Virbetol Tablet work?

Virbetol Tablet belongs to a class of antiviral medications called nucleoside analogues. It decreases the amount of Hepatitis C virus in the body by blocking its growth, resulting in less liver damage and improved liver function

What are the severe side effects of Virbetol Tablet?

Virbetol Tablet may cause anemia that can worsen any heart problems and can cause a heart attack that can be life-threatening. Call your doctor immediately in case you experience excessive tiredness, pale skin, headache, dizziness, confusion, fast heartbeat, weakness, shortness of breath, or chest pain.

Can pregnant women take Virbetol Tablet?

No. Pregnant women should never take Virbetol Tablet. Studies have shown that Virbetol Tablet may cause birth defects, miscarriage, and stillbirth, if given during pregnancy. Women should have a negative pregnancy test prior to therapy and must use effective contraception methods. Women who are already taking Virbetol Tablet are advised to undergo periodic pregnancy tests.

What if I forget to take a dose of Virbetol Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Virbetol Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Virbetol Tablet safe?

Virbetol Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

How should I store Virbetol Tablet?

Virbetol Tablet should be stored at a temperature between 25 to 30 degrees Celsius, away from the reach of children. It should be kept away from direct sunlight and should not be freezed either.

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