Dacihep 60mg Tablet 28'S

Introduction About DACIHEP 60MG TABLET

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET contains Daclatasvir which belongs to the group of medicines
called Antiviral agents. It is used with sofosbuvir (with/without) ribavirin to
manage chronic hepatitis C virus (genotype 1 or 3) infection in affected
individuals.

Hepatitis C is a liver infection which occurs due to contact with hepatitis C
virus which spreads in a healthy person due to contact with blood of an infected
person. It is generally characterized by symptoms such as bloating, fluid in the
abdomen, nausea, fatigue, fever, and/or loss of appetite.

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you are allergic to
Daclatasvir. Before taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have
heart problems, liver problems (such as history of hepatitis B infection, liver
transplant, mild, moderate, severe hepatic impairment) and end-stage renal
disease.

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy and in
breastfeeding women as it may pass through milk. It is not known whether this
medicine is safe and effective in children and adolescents below 18 years of
age. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

The most common side effects associated with the use of DACIHEP 60MG TABLET are
headache, anaemia, tiredness, nausea, diarrhoea, rash, and sleeplessness.
Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Uses Of DACIHEP 60MG TABLET

• Used with sofosbuvir (with/without) ribavirin to manage chronic hepatitis C virus (genotype 1 or 3) infection in affected individuals

How DACIHEP 60MG TABLET Works

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET works by managing the hepatitis C virus from multiplying and
infecting new cells and also lowering its load in the body thus managing the
infection and also providing relief from the associated symptoms of the chronic
hepatitis C infection in affected individuals.

How to use DACIHEP 60MG TABLET

Take DACIHEP 60MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with
a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the
correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and
disease condition.

Side Effects Of DACIHEP 60MG TABLET

Common

• headache
• anaemia
• tiredness
• nausea
• diarrhoea
• rash
• sleeplessness
• dizziness
• excessive sleepiness

Rare

Stop taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of
the following side effects:

• signs of bradycardia (slow heart rate) such as fainting, dizziness, light-headedness, malaise, weakness, excessive tiredness, shortness of breath, chest pain, confusion, and/or memory problems
• risk of getting hepatitis B virus reactivation during the management

How To Manage Side Effects

Headache:

Take rest and plenty of water. Avoid taking alcohol and skipping meals. Do not
strain your eyes by watching screen for long time. Consult your doctor if the
condition persists for long or gets worsened.

Tiredness:

Make sure you take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid or limit the
consum
sit down (or lie down) when the symptoms are at their worst. Avoid driving or
using tools or machinery until you feel well.

Nausea:

Try to take DACIHEP 60MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to
simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if the
symptom gets worse.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Try to avoid
taking any medicine on your own to manage diarrhoea and consult your doctor if
the symptom gets worse.

Dizziness:

Try to rest and get enough sleep. Try to avoid driving or operating any tools or
machines while you feel dizzy. Limit consum
dizziness. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom worsens.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your
doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Breastfeeding

It is not known whether DACIHEP 60MG TABLET passes into human breast milk, hence
it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor taking
the medicine.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or operate any machines while taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET since this
medicine may cause dizziness, difficulty while concentrating or vision problems.
Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Kidney

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases
such as end-stage renal disease. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Liver

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with a history of
hepatitis B infection, liver transplant, mild, moderate, severe hepatic
impairment or liver damage (such as decompensated liver disease). Consult your
doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Allergy

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you are allergic to
Daclatasvir or any other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor
before taking the medicine.

!### Heart Disease

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems.
Consult your doctor before taking.

Others

Before taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET inform your doctor if you:

• have intolerance to certain sugars such as lactose

Use in pediatrics:

It is not known whether DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is safe and effective in children
and adolescents below 18 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking the
medicine.

Use in geriatrics:

Dosage adjustment is not required for DACIHEP 60MG TABLET in elderly patients.
Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicine:

• medicine used to manage epile
• medicines used to manage tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin, rifampin, rifabutin, rifapentine)
• dexamethasone (medicine used to manage allergic and inflammatory diseases)
• medicines containing St. John’s wort (Ex. hypericum perforatum)
• medicine used to manage irregular heartbeats (Ex. amiodarone, digoxin)
• medicines used to manage HIV infection (Ex. atazanavir, ritonavir, atazanavir, cobicistat, elvitegravir, cobicistat, emtricitabine, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate combination, etravirine, nevirapine, efavirenz, darunavir, dolutegravir, lopinavir, simeprevir)
• medicines used to manage Hepatitis C infection (Ex. boceprevir, telaprevir)
• medicines used to bacterial infections (Ex. clarithromycin, telithromycin, erythromycin)
• medicines used to manage blood clot formation (Ex. dabigatran etexilate)
• medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole)
• medicines used to decrease blood pressure (Ex. verapamil, diltiazem, nifedipine, amlodipine)
• medicine used to lower blood cholesterol (Ex. rosuvastatin, atorvastatin, fluvastatin, simvastatin, pitavastatin, pravastatin)
• oestrogen (medicines used to manage pregnancy)
• medicine used to manage opioid addiction (Ex. buprenorphine, naloxone)
• medicine used for pain relief and management of drug addiction (Ex. methadone)
• medicine used to lower the immune responses (Ex. cyclosporine)
• medicine used to manage depression and anxiety (Ex. escitalopram)
• medicine used to manage heartburn (Ex. famotidine)
• medicine used to manage acidity (Ex. omeprazole)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of DACIHEP 60MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Daclatasvir
Pharmacological Category	:	Hepatitis C virus NS5A inhibitor
Therapeutic Indication	:	Chronic Hepatitis C virus (genotype 1/3) infection
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet

More Information

• Keep the medicine out of reach in children
• Store DACIHEP 60MG TABLET below 30°C

FAQs About DACIHEP 60MG TABLET

What DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is used for?

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is used with sofosbuvir (with/without) ribavirin to manage
chronic hepatitis C virus (genotype 1 or 3) infection which is a liver infection
that occurs due to contact with hepatitis C virus that spreads in a healthy
person due to contact with blood of an infected person.

What side effects are seen with DACIHEP 60MG TABLET?

The most common side effects associated with the use of DACIHEP 60MG TABLET are
headache, anaemia, tiredness, nausea, diarrhoea, rash, and sleeplessness.
Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Who should avoid taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET?

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to
daclatasvir, pregnant and breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking
the medicine.

HowDACIHEP 60MG TABLET works?

DACIHEP 60MG TABLET works by managing the hepatitis C virus from multiplying and
infecting new cells and also lowering its load in the body thus managing the
infection and also providing relief from the associated symptoms of the chronic
hepatitis C infection in affected individuals.

What is method of taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET?

Take DACIHEP 60MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with
a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the
correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and
disease condition.

What if I forget to take DACIHEP 60MG TABLET dose?

If you forgot to take DACIHEP 60MG TABLET dose, take it as early as possible. Do
not double up the dose to make up for the forgotten one. Consult your doctor if
you have queries on missed dose.

Is DACIHEP 60MG TABLET safe to be used in children?

It is not known whether DACIHEP 60MG TABLET is safe and effective in children
and adolescents below 18 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking the
medicine.

Is DACIHEP 60MG TABLET safe to be used in liver patients?

Yes, DACIHEP 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver
problems such as hepatitis B infection, liver transplant, mild/moderate/severe
hepatic impairment, and/or liver damage (due to decompensated liver disease).
Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Is it safe to drive while taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET?

Do not drive or operate any machines while taking DACIHEP 60MG TABLET as this
medicine may cause dizziness, difficulty while concentrating or vision problems.
Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Liver Function Test