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Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir)
What is Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir)? Harvoni is a brand-name prescription medication used alone or combined with ribavirin to treat chronic hepatitis C in adults and children over 3.
Harvoni is available as oral tablets or pellets to be taken with water. This medicine contains a combination of the drugs ledipasvir and sofosbuvir. Harvoni is only available via prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
What are the common side effects of Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir)? Using Harvoni has been shown to cause some side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider if these adverse reactions become severe or do not go away within a few days.
Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and headache.
This is not a complete list of side effects. If you are concerned about additional side effects, please contact your provider directly.
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Harvoni is a brand-name prescription medication used alone or combined with ribavirin to treat chronic hepatitis C in adults and children over 3.
Harvoni is available as oral tablets or pellets to be taken with water. This medicine contains a combination of the drugs ledipasvir and sofosbuvir. Harvoni is only available via prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
What is Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir) used to treat?
Doctors prescribe Harvoni to treat chronic hepatitis C in adults and children over the age of 3.
Chronic hepatitis C is a viral infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV) that causes liver inflammation. It is spread through contact with contaminated blood. Symptoms of chronic hepatitis C don’t appear until the virus has started to damage the liver.
Early signs and symptoms of a hepatitis C infection include:
Bleeding and bruising easily
Yellowing of the skin and eyes
Swelling in the legs
Fatigue
Drowsiness
Confusion
Slurred speech
Loss of appetite and weight loss
Dark urine
Itchy skin
Not all hepatitis C infections result in chronic infections. Hepatitis C starts as an acute infection, with symptoms appearing 1-3 months after infection. These symptoms can last anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. 15–25% of people spontaneously clear the infection out of their systems, ridding their bodies of the condition. In others, the infection lives on and becomes a chronic disease.
How does Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir) work?
Harvoni belongs to a class of medications known as antivirals. It works by blocking certain proteins in the virus that are essential for its replication. Harvoni combines two drugs: ledipasvir and sofosbuvir. Ledipasvir prevents the virus from replicating, while sofosbuvir inhibits RNA-dependant RNA polymerase, which is required for viral replication.. This combination allows Harvoni to effectively stop the spread of hepatitis C within just a few months.
What are the common side effects of Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir)?
Harvoni has been shown to cause some side effects. Talk to your healthcare provider if these reactions do not disappear within a few days or become severe.
Common side effects reported from Harvoni use:
Nausea
Diarrhea
Cough
Headache
Insomnia
Fatigue
Irritability
Muscle pain
Weakness
This is not a complete list of adverse reactions. Severe adverse reactions include:
Skin rash
Blistering or peeling skin
Difficulty breathing/ shortness of breath
Hoarseness
Swelling
If you experience any of these reactions, seek medical attention immediately.
As with all prescription medications, inform the prescribing doctor about any medical conditions you have been diagnosed with and any medications or supplements you currently take before starting treatment with Harvoni. Harvoni can interact with other medicines and substances, causing potentially serious side effects. Inform your healthcare provider if you have been diagnosed with any conditions that affect your immune system (such as HIV) or have had a liver transplant. Before beginning treatment with Harvoni, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or are planning on becoming pregnant.
What is the typical starting dose of Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir)?
Harvoni is commonly prescribed as an oral tablet or pellets to be taken by mouth. The exact dosage and schedule will vary depending on the patient's age, diagnosis, and body weight. Take the medication exactly as your doctor has instructed.
Do not increase your dosage or discontinue the use of Harvoni unless ordered to do so by your doctor. If you experience any adverse reactions, contact a healthcare provider. Your dosage may increase or decrease depending on how well you tolerate the medication.
You should store your medication in a closed container at room temperature, away from extreme heat, extreme cold, moisture, and direct light, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Can I get Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofosbuvir) over the counter?
Harvoni is only available by prescription from a licensed healthcare provider. Providers on Sesame can order Harvoni for local pickup on the same day. Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your prescription ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.
Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your doctor.
Can I get Harvoni (ledipasvir and sofobuvir) online?
Providers on Sesame can write a prescription for Harvoni to be picked up near you—often within the same day. Don’t wait to get your prescription filled. Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your prescription ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.
Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your doctor.