Harvoni And Confusion, Depression, Acid Reflux Side Effects (Page 3)
UpdatedCurious, I've started my 5th week of treatment and am wondering if anyone has experienced similar side effects as me: Confusion, depression, crazy acid reflux, and mood swings...3 weeks left to go.
Re: Verwon (# 1)
Hi im on my eighth week and am very cranky..muscle weakness no energy and a cold chill near constantly.
Re: bill r (# 28)
IM CURRENTLY ON WEEK7 OF HARVONI. NO STOMACH PROBLEMS. THE VIRAL LOAD CAME BACK 51 AFP 52 AFT ON LIVER 4 WEEK CHECK! TUMOR FP 6.6 GOOD! DEVELOPED MINIMAL MUSCLE PAIN IN LEFT LOWER LEG. NOT TO BAD YET PLAN ON CONTINUING THROUGH 12 WEEKS. I TAKE MY PILLS IN THE MORNING AND STAY ACTIVE LOTS OF WATER NO HEADACHES! NEED TO STAY ACTIVE LETTING STAY STATIONARY IN STOMACH WHILE SLEEPING COULD BE CAUSING EXCESSIVE REFLUX!
Re: Jeff (# 40)
Hi Jeff. I failed the Olysio/Sovaldi 12-wk tx. It came out just before Harvoni. They put me on Harvoni, right after FDA approval, but for 24 wks. I've been clear for coming up on 3 yrs. My liver was in 4th stage and my doc said that's probably why I failed the first tx. Don't give up hope. I'd suggest, try again, only for longer. Good luck.
I completed my 12 week therapy of Harvoni in late September but rather than scheduling my final Bloodwork in three-months as is recommended, my Physician scheduled mine to be done six-months later. So I won't know if the treatment has been successful for me or not. I'll post again once the final Bloodwork results are in, to share my success or failure to clear it once and for-all. I will not be treating again in the future, so hopefully it's done what it's been marketed to do...
Re: John (# 20)
I took meds fasting at 7am along with my reflux meds. After 30 minutes I have coffee and about 20 minutes later I’m in the bathroom completely cleared out, lol. Lost about 8 lbs but now on my 8th week with 4 more to go. Some minor headaches and hair loss but feel good.
Re: Jeff (# 40)
you may have the resistant strain,,,epclusa will probably be the next drug, I hope you did not have the severe side effects some of us have had
Re: shorty (# 8)
Yes. I did expirience heart palpitations, high pulse rate-92 bits and BP up to 171! But my sideeffects started on day 1 of week 9. Please, be very careful with Harvoni.
I did go through confusion ( has continued) and problems with stomach. I did start getting headaches which has continued as well. The one that has been the most bothersome is being tired. That has continued as well. I feel fortunate that I was cleared of HCV, I have found the continued side effects to be an issue.
Joe P
Yes, many of us have experienced those very-same side effects from Harvoni. Try to increase your water intake as it will help to alleviate them. Maintaining hydration is extremely important during treatment, which I found out late in my treatment. I was also losing handfull's of hair, which almost caused me to quit prematurely. Best of luck in your effort to regain your liver health and stay positive.
Re: Scared Mom (# 5)
Hate to say, but I know people (post treatment with Harvoni) who have had suicidal thoughts, and others who have succeeded. Take it seriously. Sorry.
Re: bill (# 44)
Had my final bloodwork done several weeks ago, 6-months post-treatment. The HCV is gone, undetectable. Have suffered stomach issues since beginning treatment which has worsened somewhat since then. Have been advised by my Gastro to undergo a Colonoscopy which will be done next-week. Initially, he wanted to perform the Colonoscopy before I began the Harvoni. When I returned to see him regarding the continued bowel-issues 2-weeks after my final bloodwork, he told me that he suspect's possible colon-cancer. He added that the Harvoni worsens bowel cancer which is why he recommended the Colonoscopy first. Unfortunately, he never mentioned that to me when originally suggesting the Colonoscopy. My wife believes that it's his attempt to 'rattle-my-cage' for not taking his advice initially. I know one way or the other by the end of next-week...
I want to join a class action law suit against Gilliad. I have so many issues it's impossible for me to get them down. I twitch and cringe so much because of the pain I'm in I can't sit long enough to send out my side effects. I would love to talk to an attorney.
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