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Incivek

telaprevir
Used for Hepatitis C
Used for Hepatitis C

Incivek (telaprevir) is used together with other medications to treat hepatitis C, a viral infection of your liver. It can sometimes cause serious and life-threatening skin reactions. This medication is no longer available in the United States because it has been discontinued.

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Shifali Patel, PharmD
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Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on March 3, 2022
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What is Incivek (telaprevir)?

How Incivek (telaprevir) works

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Drug Facts

Common BrandsIncivek (brand no longer available)
Drug ClassAntiviral
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
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Frequently asked questions about Incivek (telaprevir)

What is Incivek (telaprevir)?
Incivek (telaprevir) is an antiviral medication that belongs to a group of medications known as protease inhibitors. It works by blocking the hepatitis C virus from multiplying and spreading in your body. It's typically used in combination with other medications to treat hepatitis C.
Is Incivek (telaprevir) still available?
No. Incivek (telaprevir) is no longer available as a brand or generic medication in the United States.
Why was Incivek (telaprevir) discontinued?
According to the manufacturer, Incivek (telaprevir) was discontinued because it was no longer needed due to the availability of newer medications on the market. According to the FDA, Incivek (telaprevir) wasn't discontinued because it was unsafe or didn't work well.
What can I take to replace Incivek (telaprevir)?
If you used Incivek (telaprevir) in the past to treat and manage your hepatitis C, discuss other available treatment options with your healthcare provider. Depending on the nature of your condition and your past medical history, your provider will help guide you to a medication that's safe for you.
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Interactions between Incivek (telaprevir) and other drugs

Incivek (telaprevir) may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Incivek (telaprevir). Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

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