Ribavirin
Antivirals For Treatment Of Hcv Infections
Sold as IBAVYR · VIRAZOLE
- Drug class
- Antivirals For Treatment Of Hcv Infections
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Oral, Inhalation
- Markets covered
- 3
- Products on record
- 5
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 112
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Ribavirin is an antiviral medication [1]. It belongs to the drug class of antivirals used for the treatment of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infections [1].
Ribavirin is approved for treating certain viral infections [N]. It is available under various brand names [N].
In the past 12 months, there have been 112 adverse event reports associated with Ribavirin [2]. The most frequently reported adverse events include off-label use, drug interactions, headache, altered state of consciousness, and diarrhea [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 3 | March 20, 2026 |
| US United States | FDA | 1 | October 12, 2023 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 1 | March 22, 2025 |
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
3 products
Uses
Ribavirin is indicated in combination with other medicinal products for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C(CHC).
How to take
USUnited States· FDA
1 product
1 product on record with this regulator. Detailed label text (uses, dosage, side effects) is being ingested — the original document is linked under Sources [2].
Most-reported reactions to the US regulator (12 mo to June 4, 2026): 112 reports total. [4]
- Off Label Use 15
- Drug Interaction 13
- Headache 13
- Altered State Of Consciousness 12
- Diarrhoea 12
- Dizziness 12
- Nausea 12
- Amaurosis Fugax 11
- Coma 11
- Drug Ineffective 11
- Fall 11
CACanada· Health Canada
1 product
1 product on record with this regulator. Detailed label text (uses, dosage, side effects) is being ingested — the original document is linked under Sources [3].
Brands in Canada (2)
Drug interactions
Known interactions involving Ribavirin. Select one for details. This list is informational and not a complete interaction checker.
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Interaction data compiled from DDInter (academic, CC-BY). Severity classification only - this is not a complete interaction checker and not medical advice.
Sources & citations
- [1]MHRA (UK) · PL163630407 · revised March 20, 2026
- [2]FDA DailyMed · 078e2ef1-2e1d-f8… · revised October 12, 2023 [PDF]
- [3]Health Canada (DPD) · 02170140 · revised March 22, 2025
- [4]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.