The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
Since [[EDITOR|DRUG_DISPLAY_NAME]] is always taken with other medications it is difficult to know what side effects this specific medication causes. Many of these side effects may be caused by other hepatitis C medications, such as ribavirin and peginterferon.
- Fatigue, tireness (38%)
- Headache (24%)
- Nausea (22%)
- Trouble sleeping, insomnia (15%)
- Itchy skin (11%)
- Anemia/low blood count (10%)
- Irritability (10%)
- Rash (8%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Low appetite
- Muscle pain
- Weakness
- Cold and flu symptoms
- Chills
Source: FDA
The following Sovaldi side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Chills
lower back or side pain
pale skin
ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth
unusual tiredness or weakness
Rare
Changes in behavior
discouragement
feeling sad or empty
loss of interest or pleasure
thoughts of killing oneself
trouble concentrating
Incidence not known
Chest pain or discomfort
lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
shortness of breath
slow or irregular heartbeat
unusual tiredness
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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