Daclaxen

Daclaxen

Generic Name: Daclatasvir INN
Strength: 60 mg
Dosage Form: Tablet
Category: Antiviral (Direct-Acting Antiviral – HCV)
TG Name: Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Infection Management
Status: Prescription Only Medicine (POM)


Short Description

Daclaxen® is a direct-acting antiviral medicine containing Daclatasvir INN 60 mg, used for the treatment of chronic Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in combination therapy. It works by blocking viral replication and helps eliminate the virus from the body. To be used only under specialist supervision.

Description

1. Product Overview: Daclaxen® is a direct-acting antiviral formulation containing Daclatasvir, used in combination therapy for the treatment of chronic Hepatitis C virus infection.

2. Composition: Daclatasvir INN 60 mg | Dosage Form: Tablet

3. Pharmacological Class: NS5A Inhibitor (Direct-Acting Antiviral)

4. Mechanism of Action: Daclatasvir inhibits the HCV NS5A protein, which is essential for viral RNA replication and assembly, thereby preventing the multiplication of the hepatitis C virus.

5. Indications: Chronic Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection | Combination therapy for multiple HCV genotypes

6. Dosage & Administration: As directed by physician or hepatology specialist only | Oral use | Usually taken once daily | Used in combination with other antiviral agents

7. Clinical Benefits: Reduces HCV viral load | Helps achieve sustained virologic response (SVR) | Improves liver function | Reduces risk of liver complications

8. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to Daclatasvir or any component of the formulation

9. Precautions: Must be used in combination therapy only | Liver function monitoring required | Risk of viral resistance if used improperly

10. Drug Interactions: May interact with strong CYP3A inducers or inhibitors such as rifampin, carbamazepine, and certain antifungals

11. Special Populations: Use in pregnancy and lactation only if clearly needed and prescribed | Pediatric use under specialist supervision

12. Adverse Effects: Headache | Fatigue | Nausea | Diarrhea | Mild elevation of liver enzymes

13. Storage Conditions: Store below 30°C | Protect from light and moisture | Keep out of reach of children

14. Packaging: Tablet blister pack

15. Manufacturer: Everest Pharmaceutical Ltd.

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