Ribavirin metabolism

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691935 tn?1421027090 The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of ribavirin on bone mineral metabolism in patients with chronic hepatitis C who had been treated with interferon and ribavirin. Methods: Twenty patients (3 female, 17 male) with chronic hepatitis C were enrolled. Age range was 6 to 15 years (mean ± SD, 11.15 ± 2.3 years). Thirteen patients received combined interferon alpha-2b and ribavirin therapy (Group 1), and 7 patients received only interferon alpha-2b (Group 2).
Avatar m tn Thank you! do you know how I can find out which hospitals?
Avatar f tn Many do lose weight on therapy because of lack of appetite, nausea or depression. And with some the medications effect the metabolism to the point where no matter what they eat they continue to lose weight. There are medications available that can prevent nausea which may help you to increase your food intake. I know you've have 48 weeks of therapy but maybe tweaking your eating habits or incorporating higher fat foods may help.
Avatar f tn Whether you need to avoid foods rich in iron depends on if you have iron overload or iron metabolism problems. If you are not cirrhotic and you do not have any iron metabolism or storage problems, then you do not need to avoid foods high in iron. You can find out if you have iron metabolism problems through a few blood tests which your doctor can order. Ask your doctor to check you for iron overload or iron metabolism problems.
Avatar m tn Does anyone know if having your Gallbladder removed slows down your metabolism? or does it speed it up? What have you experienced?
Avatar f tn If you really want to kick-start your metabolism, you may also try dividing your meals up into smaller portions that you eat more often throughout the day. Every time you eat, it helps your metabolism rise, so as strange as it may sound, eating frequently can help you lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. Take care!
1203175 tn?1265553335 Anyone know how to kick start your metabolism so you start losing pounds, other than weight loss medications? Will not use those.
1397290 tn?1357777871 Calorie-intake should be according to your physical activity. 2800-3000 is quite a lot, which if you don't gain of it, you should perhaps seek professional aid.
3093770 tn?1389739126 ELECTRON: Once-daily GS-7977 plus ribavirin for 12 weeks provides SVR without interferon in treatment- naive and experienced HCV GT 1/2/3 PPARα agonists increase interferon sensitivity and may be an effective supplementary treatment for difficult to treat patients with hepatitis C Plasma IP10 level predicts spontaneous clearance in acute HCV infection independent of IL28B genotype Hepatitis C virus and liver lipid metabolism – Novel targets for antiviral treatment You can check program
6749350 tn?1401980405 Have not read this anywhere, but do believe these strong meds redirect metabolism to some degree. Checked my body mass ratio, and that has decreased. Am in the fitness industry, and am in touch with my body and the reactions of treatment. Do think the Ribavirin caused a speed up of the metabolic rate, as well as altering the endocrine system. Don't know if this is temporary, but do believe it is.
Avatar m tn We aimed to evaluate the effect of pegylated interferon/ribavirin (PIFN/R) and HCV clearance on cerebral metabolism and neuropsychological performance. METHODS: Fifteen non-cirrhotic HCV positive subjects underwent (1)H MR spectroscopy (MRS) before, during, and after treatment with PIFN/R.
1654177 tn?1319838494 The mechanism may involve inhibition of CYP450 3A4 metabolism. No pharmacokinetic data are currently available; however, adverse effects such as nausea, dizziness, hypotension, and syncope may be increased. MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised if desipramine or trazodone is used in combination with HCV NS3/4A protease inhibitors. A lower dosage of the antidepressant should be considered http://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/boceprevir,victrelis.
4670047 tn?1375730401 I was just wondering how long some of you took the ribavirin after your last shot. I'm going to call the Dr. On Monday and ask. But I'm just a little anxious, my last shot is Mon. night. Thank you!
Avatar n tn How long that ribavirin stay's in my system after doctor tells me my bloodwork came out good and i can get of that medizin.
Avatar n tn I am running short on my Ribavirin. Does anyone know of any resources? What would be the least expensive way, assuming that my doc won't give my Rx.
Avatar m tn Adequate Ribavirin exposure after the first dose predicts SVR in genotype 1 patients Last updated:08July2008 7th July 2008 By Liz Highleyman hivandhepatitis.com Studies continue to show that adequate doses of ribavirin, which helps to prevent relapse after completion of therapy, are important for optimal treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Hepatitis C is a virus-caused liver inflammation which may cause jaundice, fever and cirrhosis.
Avatar m tn I'm on ribavirin. I have read on here that lower red cell is a good thing. I've boosted my b-12 dosage, meat, egg yolk, bean, leafy green intake to help keep mine up. am I helping or hurting my recovery by trying to keep red cell count \ up?