DACLAHEP

Daclahep or DACLATASVIR (Daklinza) is an antiviral medicine that is commonly used for the treatment of HEP-C (Hepatitis C) in adults. It can also be used in combination with Sofosbuvir.

Side effects of Daclahep

Daclahep use has some side effects too similar to other medicines of this nature. Some of the common side effects that the use of DACLAHEP or DACLATASVIR (Daklinza) has are:

The patient might suffer from headaches and there could be unusual tiredness in the body. Nausea and Vomiting can also occur in some cases. Diarrhea and Anemia have also been found in some cases. Anemia is reported as a severe side effect of the use of Daclahep. Other severe side effects of using Daclahep include severe skin rashes and shortness of breath. In case of severe side effects, consultation from a doctor might be required.

Dizziness and sleep disturbance have also been reported in some cases but are not serious. Chest pain and discomfort along with mental problems have also been seen through the use of Daclahep for a long duration.

Precautions associated with the use of Daclahep

The medicine dose takes two hours to show effect but the duration for which it remains active in the body has not been studied clinically so far. This is not a habit-forming drug but it is vital to state here that the use of Daclahep is not recommended for pregnant women. Only in case of emergencies and on the recommendation of the doctor should it be given to a pregnant lady.

Similarly, breastfeeding mothers should also not take Daclahep until it is very important for them. In such cases too, prior consultation with a doctor should be done.

It might also interact with other medicines and can result in severe side effects. Thus, it is important that when a doctor recommends this medicine, any prior medical history should be discussed with the doctor. This way, the doctor will be able to guide the patient rightly and recommend the right dose of medicine, if needed.

Those who have any indication of cardiac disorder should also consult their doctor before taking medicine. In some cases, alternative therapy might be required. Those who suffer from any kind of kidney ailment should also take Daclahep with caution. Regular monitoring in all such cases might be required. In case, the patient suffers from any kind of liver ailment, the use of Daclahep should be done with caution.

This medicine should ideally not be given to children who are below 18 years of age. The consumption of Daclahep also causes some dizziness. It is therefore advised that the person taking the dose of this medicine should not drive for a few hours.

Dosage 

It should be tried that no dose of medicine is missed. However, if a dose is missed and there is some gap between the missed dose and the next one to be taken, the missed dose can be taken. In cases, when the time duration is less, the missed dose should be skipped and no overdose in any case should be taken.

Daclahep is manufactured by Hetero and is easily available in the market. It can also be ordered online and will reach the desired customer in 5-7 days of placing the order.