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Generic Hepatitis, HIV and TB Treatments Could Plunge to $90 Each

Such generic drugs could save nations huge sums in the coming years.

Hepatitis C News That Isn’t Fake

A large study shows that hepatitis C treatment is associated with increased mortality.

Hep C Treatment Options for Those With Chronic Kidney Disease Are Looking Up

A promising new regimen that will address unmet needs for this population is poised for FDA approval.

Curing Hepatitis C Improves Blood Sugar in Those With Type 2 Diabetes

Those who beat hep C also reduced their insulin use.

FDA Approves Gilead’s Vosevi for Re-treatment of Hepatitis C

The triple-drug regimen comes in a once-daily single tablet.

I have hepatitis C and just started Epclusa. My doctor told me to take Prilosec for acid reflux four hours after taking Epclusa. My pharmacist said I shouldn’t take Prilosec with Epclusa. Who is right?

Sorting out the prescribing information regarding hepatitis C treatment and taking acid reflux medications.

Is It More Cost-Effective to Treat Hep C Before or After a Liver Transplant?

It depends on an individual’s MELD score, which is a measure of end-stage liver disease severity.

Considering Its Exorbitant Price, Is Hepatitis C Treatment a Good Value?

A recent economic analysis sheds light on whether averting hep C–driven severe liver disease through treatment is worth the expense.
Hep C Warrior Paul and his beloved dog

Conquering Hepatitis C Patients; How are they now? With Hep C patient Paul

We thought it would be great to hear from patients who have conquered hep C and see how they are doing.
Peter McLoyd and Kathy Jacobs-McLoyd

Success Through Perseverance

Hepatitis C advocate Peter McLoyd transformed his bad times into good ones.

My child has hepatitis C. The treatment for it is peginterferon and ribavirin, which have many side effects. Are there other choices?

A look at the latest hepatitis C treatment for children and teens.

Who’s Afraid of Adding Ribavirin to Hep C Treatment?

The antiviral drug, which for some people can be a beneficial adjunct to the new crop of hep C medications, has gotten a bad rap.

Merai AlShehri

He learned that he had hepatitis C after a routine employment physical.

EASL 2017 Roundup: Continued Progress in Fighting Liver Disease

Highlights from research presented at the 52nd International Liver Congress in Amsterdam

Gilead’s Harvoni Boasts Near-Perfect Hepatitis Cure Rates Among Young Children

The single-tablet regimen was just approved for adolsecent pediatric use in the United States.

Generic Versions of Major Hepatitis C Drugs Prove Highly Effective

Some countries, such as Australia and the United Kingdom, permit people to import generic drugs for personal use.
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