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Drug Category: Anti Viral

Brand Name: Ribavirin

Generic Name: Ribavirin

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Brand name: Ribavirin Generic name: Ribavirin What is the most important information I should know about Ribavirin? Ribavirin is not effective when used alone to treat hepatitis C. Ribavirin must be used together with an interferon alfa product (such as Peg-Intron or Intron A) to treat chronic hepatitis C. This medication can cause birth defects or death in an unborn baby. • If you are a woman do not take Ribavirin if you are pregnant • If you are a man do not take Ribavirin if your female sexual partner is pregnant. An unborn baby could also be harmed if a man fathers the child while he is taking Ribavirin. • Use at least two effective forms of birth control while either sexual partner is taking Ribavirin and for at least 6 months after treatment ends. • Tell your doctor right away if a pregnancy occurs while either the mother or the father is taking Ribavirin. Ribavirin may decrease the number of red blood cells in your body. This is called anemia and it can be life-threatening in people who have heart disease or circulation problems. To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor. Call your doctor at once if you have pale or yellowed skin dark colored urine fever confusion chest pain shortness of breath or weakness. These may be signs of serious anemia. What is Ribavirin? Ribavirin is an antiviral medication. Ribavirin must be used together with an interferon alfa product (such as Peg-Intron or Intron A) to treat chronic hepatitis C. Ribavirin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Ribavirin? Do not take this medication if you are allergic to Ribavirin or if you have: • autoimmune hepatitis; or • a hemoglobin disorder such as anemia thalassemia (Mediterranean anemia) or sickle-cell anemia. Before using Ribavirin tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs or if you have: • a history of heart disease high blood pressure or a heart attack; • cancer; • diabetes; • lung disease or breathing problems; • kidney or liver disease; • a history of depression or suicide attempt; • sarcoidosis; • a history of drug or alcohol addiction; • a thyroid disorder; • a history of a liver or other organ transplant; or • hepatitis B virus or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV or AIDS). • Tell your doctor if you have been treated with interferon in the past and it did not work well in treating your hepatitis C. If you have any of these conditions you may not be able to use Ribavirin or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment. This medication can cause birth defects or death in an unborn baby. • If you are a woman do not take Ribavirin if you are pregnant • If you are a man do not take Ribavirin if your female sexual partner is pregnant. An unborn baby could also be harmed if a man fathers the child while he is taking Ribavirin. • Use at least two effective forms of birth control while either sexual partner is taking Ribavirin and for at least 6 months after treatment ends. • Tell your doctor right away if a pregnancy occurs while either the mother or the father is taking Ribavirin. Your name may need to be listed on a Ribavirin pregnancy registry if you become pregnant while you or your male sexual partner are taking this medication or during the 6 months after treatment ends. The purpose of this registry is to track the outcome of the pregnancy and delivery to evaluate whether Ribavirin had any effect on the baby. It is not known whether Ribavirin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. How should I take Ribavirin? Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Ribavirin is not effective when used alone to treat hepatitis C. It must be used together with an interferon alfa product (such as Peg-Intron or Intron A) to treat chronic hepatitis C. Take the Ribavirin tablet or capsule with a full glass of water. Measure the liquid form of Ribavirin with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device ask your pharmacist for one. You may take Ribavirin with or without food but take it the same way every time. Ribavirin may decrease the number of red blood cells in your body. This is called anemia and it can be life-threatening in people who have heart disease or circulation problems. To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your liver and thyroid function may also need to be checked. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor. Call your doctor at once if you have pale or yellowed skin dark colored urine fever confusion chest pain shortness of breath or weakness. These may be signs of serious anemia. It is important to use Ribavirin regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely. You may need to take this medication for many months. Drink extra fluids while you are taking Ribavirin to keep from getting dehydrated especially during exercise or in hot weather. Ribavirin can cause dry mouth which could lead to tooth decay or gum disease. If you vomit while taking Ribavirin rinse your mouth out with water to prevent damage to your teeth or gums. Be sure to have regular dental exams while you are taking this medication. Store Ribavirin tablets and capsules at room temperature away from moisture heat and light. Store Ribavirin liquid (oral solution) in the refrigerator. Do not allow it to freeze. What happens if I miss a dose? Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. If you have not taken the medication for longer than 24 hours call your doctor for instructions. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Symptoms of a Ribavirin overdose may include easy bruising or bleeding urinating less than usual or not at all chest pain or heavy feeling pain spreading to the arm or shoulder nausea sweating or a general ill feeling. What should I avoid while taking Ribavirin? Treatment with Ribavirin does not prevent spread of the hepatitis C virus to other people. Follow your doctors instructions about how to prevent passing the disease to another person. Do not drink alcohol while taking Ribavirin. Alcohol can increase the risk of damage to your liver. Ribavirin can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. What are the possible side effects of Ribavirin? Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face lips tongue or throat. Stop using Ribavirin and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: • severe depression thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself; • pale or yellowed skin dark colored urine easy bruising or bleeding confusion or unusual weakness; • fever chills body aches flu symptoms trouble breathing; • chest pain or heavy feeling pain spreading to the arm or shoulder nausea sweating general ill feeling; or • severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back nausea and vomiting fast heart rate. Continue taking Ribavirin and talk to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects: • dry mouth; • nausea vomiting loss of appetite weight loss; • headache dizziness; • skin rash or itching; • feeling tired or irritable; • trouble concentrating; • joint or muscle pain; • sleep problems (insomnia); or • stuffy nose. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. What other drugs will affect Ribavirin? Before taking Ribavirin tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs: • didanosine (Videx); • stavudine (Zerit); or • zidovudine (Retrovir AZT). If you are using any of these drugs you may not be able to use Ribavirin or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment. There may be other drugs not listed that can affect Ribavirin. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins minerals herbal products and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor

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