Hepatitis C Questions (Page 3)

My mother has cirrhosis of the liver and has been given 90 days, I just want to know what to expect?

Hi, my name is Samantha. I have 2 daughters ages 5, & 3. My mom was diagnosed with Hepatitis C since before I was born (I believe) & struggled with a drug & drinking problem before as well. She eventually stopped the drug abuse, but continued her drinking til sometime between Jan 2012-Aug 2012... read more

Has anyone experienced weight gain while on Epclusa?

I'm headed in to week 3 of my treatment of Hep C. So far so good, but I have gained roughly 12 pounds, it came on fast. I'm going to watch my food intake better and also watch what I eat.

Long term side effects of drug Epclusa?

I would like to know if anyone is experiencing long term side effects. I was told I had Hep C and it was a shock. I have never engaged in any of the risk activities, never had a blood transfusion, never stuck a needle in myself etc etc. I took Epclusa 2 years ago and had mild side effects. I was... read more

Is there an anti-depressant that doesn't raise blood pressure?

I'm starting Pegasys/Copegus treatment on the 22nd (Feb) for Hep C. It is necessary as I understand that I be on a anti-depressant during this treatment. My blood pressure is normally 110/60 and the Citalopram that I took for about 3 weeks raised it up to 140/70. The treatment meds are also can... read more

Where can I get free Hep c treatment?

How can i get involved in the free treatment. I'm infected and don't know where to start getting the treatment or how much it costs

Epclusa - Side effects, body odor?

Hello everyone. I just started with Epclusa; (Hep C/2B genotype and history of Hep B and A, approx 2003) and I drink A LOT of water and exercise 4-6 times per week. My question is: Anyone else experience terrible smell/scent of sweat? My body odor is aweful.

Is it OK to drink alcohol while taking Epclusa for hepatitis C?

Am I going to gain weight on Mavyret and is my hair going to fall out?

I start my treatment Thursday and I'm wondering if I'm going to lose my hair and if its going to cause me to gain weight? Will I be extremely tired and sleep a lot? Did anyone feel paranoid on this medication?

Does anybody feel worse since taking the Epclusa?

I feel like im dying everyday its funny before i started i wanted to research on the pill and i tried searching this medication to see the side effects and there was nothing bad about it and i was very scared to try it, but i had chronic hepatitis C for over 20 yrs so i was anxious to get rid of it... read more

Does Mavyret cause depression? Feedback please.

I am supposed to start Mavyret to treat my Hep C in a few weeks but am extremely scared that it will unmask my depression! I recently stopped taking my anxiety medicines (benzos) because they started to make me feel extremely depressed and hopeless. I am feeling much better now and do not want to... read more

Mavyret - Does anyone take marijuana with their medication?

I'm 62 years old and stage two with Hepatitis C. I will be starting the treatment in a few days .

Mavyret - I need to know if this will make me sick ?

I’ve had hep c for 2 years and I got scared never took my medicine . I need to start it now so if I take it about 6 a m should I be fine ? I’m a very healthy person other than the hep c I have a good immune system and I’m only 29 years old . So if I take the Mavyret should I be fine and not get any ... read more

Vivitrol - Can you take vivatrol if you have hep c?

My boyfriend is in rehab and is thinking about doing vivatrol but I heard you can't if you have hep c? Is this true?

Mavyret - what is the best time to take it?

I have just picked up my 4 week doses and I am a little nervous as I have had brain surgery so the headaches and fatigue is what scares me. I work a normal 7-4 job, I’m 27 and in pretty good health. Would it be best for me to take it at dinner time? This gives me the chance to sleep through the r... read more

Is buspirone safe to take if you have cirrhosis of the liver?

My doctor prescribed me 7.5 mg three times a day at buspirone I had hepatitis C and was cured with Treatment with now I have cirrhosis of the liver is it safe to take