Question 1

What is Daclatasvir (Daclatasvir Dihydrochloride) used for?

Accepted Answer

Chronic hepatitis C infection (long-term liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus)

Question 2

How do you take Daclatasvir (Daclatasvir Dihydrochloride)?

Accepted Answer

Take one 60mg tablet once a day, with or without food, at about the same time each day. It must be taken together with sofosbuvir (and sometimes ribavirin) as prescribed by your doctor — never take daclatasvir alone. Treatment usually lasts 12 weeks, but your doctor will tell you exactly how long. In Nigeria, it is available as Mydekla 60 Tablet.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Daclatasvir (Daclatasvir Dihydrochloride)?

Accepted Answer

Headache, tiredness or feeling weak, feeling sick or nauseous, diarrhea or stomach upset

Question 4

Who should not take Daclatasvir (Daclatasvir Dihydrochloride)?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to daclatasvir or any of its ingredients should not take it. People taking rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin, or St. John's wort should avoid this drug. It is not for children under 18 years old.

Question 5

Is Daclatasvir (Daclatasvir Dihydrochloride) safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Daclatasvir is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless your doctor decides the benefit outweighs the risk — consult your doctor before using it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

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