Ribasure Capsule 140's belongs to a class of drugs called antivirals used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Ribasure Capsule 140's is used in combination with other medicines. Hepatitis C is a severe liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It is contagious (spreads from one person to another) and spreads through contact with the infected person’s blood.

Ribasure Capsule 140's contains Ribavirin, an antiviral drug that works by inhibiting the action of viral RNA (genetic material) that is essential for the virus to multiply. Thereby, it stops the virus from making new viruses and helps in reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body.

Take Ribasure Capsule 140's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Ribasure Capsule 140's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, or loss of appetite. Most of these side effects of Ribasure Capsule 140's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ribasure Capsule 140's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Ribasure Capsule 140's is not recommended for children below 3 years of age. Avoid taking Ribasure Capsule 140's if you are pregnant as it may cause birth defects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Ribasure Capsule 140's. It is recommended to use effective contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy while using Ribasure Capsule 140's and for 7 months after stopping treatment with Ribasure Capsule 140's. If you experience stomach pain, vomiting, or nausea while taking Ribasure Capsule 140's, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be symptoms of a rare but severe side effect known as lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in the blood).

Ribasure Capsule 140's contains Ribavirin, an antiviral drug used in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Ribasure Capsule 140's inhibits the action of viral RNA (genetic material) essential for the virus to multiply. Thereby, it stops the virus from making new viruses and helps in reducing the amount of hepatitis C virus in the body.

If you are allergic to Ribasure Capsule 140's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Ribasure Capsule 140's if you have any blood disorder or have had a heart attack. Ribasure Capsule 140's is not recommended for children below 3 years of age. Avoid taking Ribasure Capsule 140's if you are pregnant as it may cause birth defects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Ribasure Capsule 140's. It is recommended to use effective contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy while using Ribasure Capsule 140's and for 7 months after stopping treatment with Ribasure Capsule 140's. You are advised to take proper precautions if you are infected with the hepatitis C virus infection to prevent the spread of infection to others. If you experience stomach pain, vomiting, or nausea while taking Ribasure Capsule 140's, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be symptoms of a rare but severe side effect known as lactic acidosis (excess of lactic acid in the blood).

• Include plenty of vegetables and fruits, whole grains such as brown rice, oats, quinoa and barley.
• Eat lean protein such as skinless chicken, fish, beans and egg whites.
• Include healthy fats like avocados, olive oil and nuts.
• Eat low-fat or non-fat dairy products to minimize damage to the liver.
• Drink plenty of water for better processing of food by the body.
• Avoid sugary foods such as cake, cookies, packaged baked food or soda. Also, avoid heavy salt foods.
• Avoid foods containing saturated fats such as fried foods, fatty cuts of meat, sour cream, butter and other high-fat dairy products as they may lead to weight gain and result in fatty liver.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption as they may increase the risk of liver damage.

Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Ribasure Capsule 140's to monitor blood, liver and kidney functioning.

Hepatitis C: It is a severe liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It is contagious (spreads from one person to another) and spreads through contact with the infected person’s blood, sharing needles, using a razor or any other personal items or even transfer from mother to baby during birth. The symptoms may not appear immediately. Some may take between 2 to 12 weeks to appear. Some people may have mild to moderate symptoms such as dark urine, loss of appetite, fever, joint pain, or stomach discomfort. The complications of untreated chronic hepatitis C include liver cancer or liver cirrhosis (scarring).