Ribavirin capsules are a nucleoside analogue indicated in combination with interferon alfa-2b (pegylated and nonpegylated) for the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C (CHC) in patients 3 years of age or older with compensated liver disease.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Ribavirin. Full label: DailyMed.
Ribavirin capsules are a nucleoside analogue indicated in combination with interferon alfa-2b (pegylated and nonpegylated) for the treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C (CHC) in patients 3 years of age or older with compensated liver disease. Patients with the following characteristics are less likely to benefit from re-treatment after failing a course of therapy: previous nonresponse, previous pegylated interferon treatment, significant bridging fibrosis or cirrhosis, and genotype 1 infection. The following points should be considered when initiating ribavirin capsules combination therapy with PegIntron ® or INTRON A ®: Combination therapy with ribavirin capsules/PegIntron is preferred over ribavirin capsules/INTRON A as this combination provides substantially better response rates.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Ribavirin. Full label: DailyMed.
Ribavirin capsules are administered according to body weight. Dose reduction or discontinuation is recommended in patients experiencing certain adverse reactions or renal dysfunction. 2.1 General Dosing Information Do not open, crush or break ribavirin capsules.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Ribavirin capsules combination therapy is contraindicated in: pregnancy. Ribavirin capsules may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Ribavirin capsules are contraindicated in women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. If a patient becomes pregnant while taking ribavirin capsules, the patient should be apprised of the potential hazard to the fetus.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Embryo-Fetal Toxicity: May cause fetal harm. Patients should have a negative pregnancy test prior to therapy and use effective contraception and undergo periodic pregnancy tests. Patients exhibiting the following conditions should be closely monitored and may require dose reduction or discontinuation of therapy: Hemolytic anemia may occur with a significant initial drop in hemoglobin. Pulmonary infiltrates or pulmonary function impairment. New or worsening ophthalmologic disorders. Severe decreases in neutrophil and platelet counts, and hematologic, endocrine (e.g., TSH), and hepatic abnormalities.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following serious adverse drug reactions are discussed in other sections of the labeling: Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Anemia Pancreatitis Pulmonary Disorders Ophthalmic Disorders Dental and Periodontal Disorders Impact on Growth in Pediatric Patients Hemolytic anemia occurred in more than 10% of adult patients receiving ribavirin/PegIntron or INTRON A combination therapy.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
20 products from 14 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:
| Brand | Composition | Maker | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ribacip 200mg Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Cipla Ltd. | |
| Gatorib 200mg Tablet | Ribavirin (200mg) | Cmg Biotech Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Heplovir Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Leeford Healthcare Ltd | bottle of 40 capsules |
| Heptos 200mg Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Hetero Drugs Ltd | strip of 10 capsules |
| Rebetol 200mg Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Fulford India Ltd | strip of 12 capsules |
| Ribahep Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Zydus Cadila | strip of 10 capsules |
| Ribapro 200mg Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | United Biotech Pvt Ltd | strip of 8 capsules |
| Ribasure Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Aprazer Healthcare Pvt Ltd | bottle of 140 capsules |
| Ribavin 100mg Capsule | Ribavirin (100mg) | Lupin Ltd | strip of 4 capsules |
| Ribavin 200 Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Lupin Ltd | strip of 4 capsules |
| Ribavin 50mg Syrup | Ribavirin (50mg/5ml) | Lupin Ltd | bottle of 30 ml Syrup |
| Ribnoid 200 Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | bottle of 84 capsules |
| Rinhib 200mg Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Biocon | bottle of 42 capsules |
| Ropegus 100mg Tablet | Ribavirin (100mg) | Taj Pharma India Ltd | strip of 4 tablets |
| Ropegus 200mg Tablet | Ribavirin (200mg) | Taj Pharma India Ltd | strip of 4 tablets |
| Virazide 100mg Capsule | Ribavirin (100mg) | Lupin Ltd | strip of 4 capsules |
| Virazide 200mg Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Lupin Ltd | strip of 4 capsules |
| Virazide 50mg Syrup | Ribavirin (50mg/5ml) | Lupin Ltd | bottle of 30 ml Syrup |
| Virbetol Tablet | Ribavirin (200mg) | Virchow Biotech Pvt Ltd | strip of 7 tablets |
| Virofix 200mg Capsule | Ribavirin (200mg) | Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd | bottle of 40 capsules |
Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F);
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. NLEM listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
