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Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s

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Riba tablet contains Ribavirin, Oral | belongs to Antiviral

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How it works

Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s works by blocking the growth of the virus that causes Hepatitis C. This helps in stopping the spread of the infection.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s

  • Anxiety severe
  • Fatigue severe
  • Diarrhea severe
  • Weight loss severe
  • Itching or rash severe
  • Sweating severe
  • Hair loss severe
  • Mental depression severe
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Constipation severe
  • Muscle cramps and stiffness severe
  • Blood in urine and stools severe
  • Back pain
  • Burning, dry and itchy eyes

Uses of Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Chronic Hepatitis C

    Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s is used in the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C infection for inhibiting the growth and spread of the virus in the body.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The time required for this medicine to show its effect is not clinically established.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women or in male partners of pregnant women.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Pregnancy

    Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s is not recommended for use in pregnant women and women who are planning to get pregnant due to the increased risk of adverse effects on the fetus. This medicine is not recommended for use even in the male partners of women who are pregnant.

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s.

  • Autoimmune hepatitis

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of autoimmune hepatitis due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition.

  • Hemoglobinopathies

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of blood disorders like hemoglobinopathies due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women or in male partners of pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
  • Pancreatitis

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of pancreatitis due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor on priority. The medicine may be discontinued based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • Ophthalmologic Disorders

    This medicine is used in combination with alpha interferons. Alpha interferons may cause increased ophthalmological side effects in patients with a known history of ophthalmologic disorders. Close monitoring of eye function is recommended during treatment with this combination. The therapy may be discontinued based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    If a dose of Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s is missed, take the dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Azathioprine severe
  • Didanosine severe
  • Abacavir
Disease interactions
  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of pulmonary disorders due to the increased risk of side effects. Close monitoring of lung function is necessary during treatment with this medicine. The therapy with the medicine may be stopped based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of side effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Dosage adjustments may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • severe

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of serious heart disease or severe anemia due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Close monitoring of heart function, hemoglobin, and blood cell counts is advised during treatment with this medicine.

Food interactions
  • This medicine is recommended to be taken with food or immediately after food to increase the absorption of this medicine.

General Instructions

Take Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s as instructed by the doctor. Do not take larger amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any side effects and do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting with your doctor.

Other details

  • To be taken with food
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s?

Haemolytic anaemia; also reported (in combination with peginterferon alfa-2b or interferon alfa-2b), nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, stomatitis, glossitis, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, constipation, pancreatitis, anorexia, weight loss; chest pain, tachycardia, syncope, flushing; dyspnoea, cough, rhinitis, pharyngitis; sleep disturbances, asthaenia, impaired concentration, irritability, aggression, anxiety, depression, dizziness, tremor, hypertonia, myalgia, arthralgia, paraesthesia, influenza-like symptoms, headache; thyroid disorders, menstrual disturbances, reduced libido; rash, pruritus, photosensitivity, alopecia, dry skin; taste disturbance, blurred vision, tinnitus; neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anaemia, lymphadenopathy, hyperuricaemia, blood dyscrasias, anaemia.

What happens if I miss a dose of Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s?

Chronic hepatitis C: Adults: over 18 yr, body-weight under 65 kg, 400 mg twice daily; body-weight 65-85 kg, 400 mg in the morning and 600 mg in the evening; body-weight over 85 kg, 600 mg twice daily. Children: 15-20 mg/kg body weight daily in three divided dosage for 5-7 days.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Riba tablet 600 mg 10’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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