Peginterferon and ribavirin are commonly used in hepatitis C treatment. This part of the eMedTV library describes these drugs for hepatitis C treatment, including their approximate success rate and key factors that may impact a person's treatment.
Hepatitis C medication, namely peginterferon and ribavirin, is usually taken for several months. This part of the eMedTV library explains the two types of hepatitis C medication, how they work, and the possible side effects of hepatitis C medication.
Side effects during hepatitis C treatment may include flu-like symptoms, fatigue, and nausea. This eMedTV Web page describes these and other common side effects that may develop during hepatitis C treatment and links to in-depth articles.
Researchers studying colloidal silver and hepatitis C have not found collodial silver to be an effective treatment for hepatitis C. This eMedTV segment explores side effects that may occur if colloidal silver is used for hepatitis C treatment.
Due to its potential benefit to the liver, milk thistle is sometimes taken by people with hepatitis C. As this eMedTV article explains, scientists are still awaiting clear-cut evidence of its effectiveness. This page discusses milk thistle and hep C.
Some people take vitamins as an adjunct to their hepatitis C treatment. This eMedTV Web page covers key points about hepatitis C and vitamins, such as proper dosing, supplements to avoid, and reasons why people with hepatitis C use vitamins.
A hepatitis C diet should be low in fats and high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. This eMedTV article discusses the dietary needs of people with hepatitis C, including the importance of avoiding alcohol and (in some cases) limiting sodium.
No cure for hepatitis C is currently available. However, as this eMedTV Web page explains, certain medicines may help the body destroy the virus and reduce swelling and scarring of the liver. These drugs are not a guaranteed cure for hepatitis C.
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