Is There a Cure for Hep C?

Treatment of Hepatitis C

5 facts you need to know about your hepatitis C treatment. 

1. The antivirals that are commonly prescribed for hepatitis C are Zepatier, Mavyret, Harvoni, and Epclusa. These medicines are used in combination, and the treatment is usually 8 to 12 weeks long. Though patients with more severe liver damage may require therapy for up to 24 weeks, depending on the specific medication and individual factors.
2. Who needs the treatment? All patients with hepatitis C should get  the treatment. 
3. Once you start taking medications, a huge drop in the number of viruses in your body will occur within the first two weeks. For some, the virus becomes undetectable early, while for others, it may take longer. 
4. Besides taking the antivirals regularly as prescribed, you should make sure to get your refill on time, take the exact doses, and at the same time, as mentioned, without skipping any dose at all. You should remember to get all the blood tests on time to ensure that your medication gets adjusted on time. 
5. Finally, if you are taking any kind of supplement, you should tell your doctor to avoid any kind of drug interaction. 

Hope this was helpful. Talk to your doctor to know more.