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Sofokem is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hepatitis C.
The correct dosage of Sofokem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Sofokem include Fatigue. While these are the most often observed Sofokem side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Sofokem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Sofokem has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sofokem related warnings talks about Sofokem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Sofokem are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Sofokem may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sofokem is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sofokem is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Sofokem safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Sofokem has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Sofokem safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Sofokem on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Sofokem on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Sofokem on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Sofokem on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Sofokem on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Sofokem on the Heart?
Sofokem is completely safe for the heart.
Sofokem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sofokem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sofokem habit forming or addictive?
Sofokem is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Sofokem, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Sofokem can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Sofokem only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sofokem for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sofokem
It is safe to take Sofokem with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sofokem
Information about the interaction of Sofokem and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sovaldi® (sofosbuvir)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1149-1150