ribavirin (Virazole, Rebetol, Copegus)

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Introduction

Tradenames: Virazole, Rebetol, Copegus.

Indications

Contraindications

pregnancy category = x

safety in lactation = -

Dosage

Powder for aerosol: 6 g (100 mL).

Pharmacokinetics

elimination via liver

elimination via lung

1/2life = 24 hours plasma, adults

1/2life = 6.5-11 hours plasma, children

1/2life = 16-40 days erythrocyte

Monitor

Adverse effects

Laboratory

Mechanism of action

More general terms

Component of

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