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GlossaryRibavirin

antiviral drug that inhibits viral RNA replication

Ribavirin is an antiviral medication used to treat a variety of viral infections, including hepatitis C and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). It works by inhibiting the replication of viral RNA, thereby reducing the viral load in the body. While effective, it can have significant side effects and is often used in combination with other treatments.

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research Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease Occurring During Pegylated Interferon-α2b and Ribavirin Combination Therapy for Chronic Hepatitis C

17 citations , January 2011 in “The Korean Journal of Hepatology”

Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease can develop during interferon therapy for chronic hepatitis C.

research Psoriasis and Hepatitis C: Improvement with Interferon

January 2011 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology”

A woman's psoriasis improved after hepatitis C treatment with interferon, despite interferon's risk of worsening skin conditions.

research A Review of Adverse Cutaneous Drug Reactions Resulting from the Use of Interferon and Ribavirin

64 citations , January 2009 in “Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology”

Interferon and ribavirin can cause serious skin reactions and other health issues.

research Case Report: Diffuse Hypertrichosis in the Course of Hepatitis C Treatment by IFN-Alpha and Ribavirin

16 citations , August 2002 in “Journal of Interferon and Cytokine Research”

A man developed excessive hair growth after treatment with interferon-alpha and ribavirin for hepatitis C.

Irreversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment With Pegylated Interferon-Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection: Case Report and Literature Review

research Irreversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment With Pegylated Interferon-Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection: Case Report and Literature Review

9 citations , November 2012 in “Hepatology Research”

A man lost all his hair permanently after hepatitis C treatment, a side effect not seen before.

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