Resof Information

Resof is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hepatitis C.

The right dosage of Resof depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Resof also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue. Some other side effects of Resof have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Resof are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Resof is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Resof's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Resof are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Resof with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Resof, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Resof Benefits & Uses
Resof Dosage & How to Take
Resof Side Effects
Resof Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Resof with Other Drugs
Resof Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Resof
Resof Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Resof Benefits & Uses

Resof is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatitis C

Resof Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Hepatitis C Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 12 weeks Special Instructions: Given in combination with ribavirin
Geriatric	Disease: Hepatitis C Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 12 weeks Special Instructions: Given in combination with ribavirin
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hepatitis C Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 12 weeks Special Instructions: Given in combination with ribavirin

Resof Related Warnings

Is the use of Resof safe for pregnant women?

Resof rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Resof safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Resof as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Resof on the Kidneys?

Resof rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Resof on the Liver?

Resof is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Resof on the Heart?

Using Resof does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Resof with Other Drugs

Resof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Fosphenytoin

Moderate

Atazanavir

Carbamazepine

Mild

Itraconazole

Resof Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Resof unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
HIV/AIDS
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Resof

Is this Resof habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Resof is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Resof, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Resof can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Resof is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Resof for mental disorders.

No

Resof Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Resof

It is safe to take Resof with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Resof

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Resof with alcohol.

Unknown