Viekira and Vituz

• Generic Name: dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Viekira XR, Viekira Pak

Viekira is an antiviral medicine containing a combination of dasabuvir, ombitasvir, paritaprevir, and ritonavir. Dasabuvir, ombitasvir, paritaprevir, and ritonavir are antiviral medicines that prevent the hepatitis C virus (HCV) from multiplying in your body.

Viekira is used to treat chronic hepatitis C in adults. It is sometimes given in combination with another antiviral medicine called ribavirin.

Viekira treats specific genotypes of hepatitis C, and only in certain people. Use only the medications prescribed for you. Do not share your medicine with other people.

Viekira is sometimes used in people who also have HIV. This medicine is not a treatment for HIV or AIDS.

• Generic Name: chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone
• Dosage Forms: oral solution
• Other Brand Names: Vituz, TussiCaps, Tussionex PennKinetic, S-T Forte 2, HyTan, Novasus

• The use of hydrocodone in children younger than 6 years has led to deadly breathing problems. Talk with the doctor.
• This medicine is not for use in children younger than 18 years of age. The benefits of taking Vituz (hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine oral solution) for a cough due to allergies, a cold, or other infection do not outweigh the risks in children. If your child has been given Vituz (hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine oral solution) or if you have any questions, talk with your child's doctor.