Daclatasvir Tablets

Developed to target hepatitis C virus; indicated to alleviate viral load and support liver health.

Strengths: 60mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Daklinza

Therapeutic class

Direct-Acting Antiviral

Pharmacological class

NS5A Inhibitor

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to active ingredient

Minor side effects

headache; fatigue; nausea

Moderate side effects

anaemia; diarrhoea

Serious side effects

severe bradycardia — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Film-coated tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Onset Time

rapid viral decline

Duration

12–24 weeks

Storage instructions

Store below 30°C.

Drug interactions

amiodarone; carbamazepine; st. john's wort

Age restrictions

Not recommended for children under 18.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: use only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: caution advised.

Patient summary

Developed to target hepatitis C virus; indicated to alleviate viral load and support liver health.

Mechanism of action

An NS5A replication complex inhibitor. It binds to the NS5A protein of the hepatitis C virus, blocking the viral replication cycle and preventing the assembly of new virions.

Daclatasvir Tablets

Developed to target hepatitis C virus; indicated to alleviate viral load and support liver health.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Daclatasvir
  • Listed indication(s): Chronic Hepatitis C

Available option

  • 28 tablets - 60 mg1364-60-mg-16386