Short term memory loss right after taking Harvoni, has not improved, I know it was from Harvoni anyone else have this problem! Major loss. But has not got worse!
Short-Term Memory - Does Harvoni cause memory loss?
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- 22 Jul 2017 by Shirleyburley70
- Updated
- 7 October 2018
- Topics
- hepatitis c, memory, harvoni, short-term memory
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yes I had really bad memory problems while I was on Epclusa. Which is the same drug basically as Harvoni. My insurance wouldn't approve Harvoni, but did approve me for Epclusa. While I was on the meds my memory problems were really bad. My job requires me to work with numbers all day. I could say a number and 2 seconds later I could not remember what number I said. I have worked at my job for 27 yrs. and I wonder sometimes how I did not get fired during my treatment it was so bad. Everything in my daily life was effected by my memory loss. I thought I was going crazy. I felt like I was so stupid. It also caused me to be very depressed. I am so glad I'm done with my treatment.
I suffered really badly with the memory loss, it all came back after discontinuation but the 12 weeks flew by.
Stephen, Thanks for encouraging me. I am on my last pill of Harvoni and I did notice some short term memory loss, like forgetting what I just read. So glad it all came back for you. So you think after I finish Harvoni which is today my memory will get better. It was not overly severe but enough to bother me
Margot
Hi Margot, my experience was that the memory loss faded quite quickly; one other thing getting progressively healthier over time is a bit strange, it is like getting sick in reverse where symptoms of the Hepatitis disappear bit by bit quite noticably. I'm so thankful for Harvoni for giving my life back.
I wondered what was going on. Im normally a good speller, but during this time I haven't been able to spell. I also can think of what I want to say, but I can't get the word out. catjoto
I'm really glad you guys are posting these things cause I'm having a hard time with memory, I'm a nurse and took time off work cause I can't afford to mess up medications for people, I decided that the day I was driving to work and couldn't remember where I was going! I will be extremely Thankful if this Epclusa cures or stops my Hep
Gilead claims around a 100% cure rate for Epclusa treating all HCV genotypes (Harvoni would not do type 3). I've read of one failure and I suspect it was reinfection not recurrence. You just have to look forward to being cured. :-)
Finished harvoni 1/2016 successfully.Had severe brain fog during treatment .It's now 9/2017 I am not retaining information.Usually I don't remember what I did yesterday.I forget conversations with my family, I confuse doctors appts and times, I have been loading my daily meds wrong alot of times and I truly believe I done it right and Am wrong.I have been trying to be my own advocate in my current health decisions and I am scared.wondering if there are any legal action against the company regarding this. Everything has been a worlwind since.Will not return to work but I do have fibromyalgia, rls and chronic pain as well. (Wich I had prior) Memory loss has not returned for me.I know it is from harvoni as well.
I definately had short term memory loss while on Harvoni. It was clearly noticeable. Had to write down when I took meds and then would still forget . Had to keep counting pills . Left my purse numerous times at places. Brain fog and memory loss started while on Harvoni. I was just starting a new job and am very surprised I did not lose job during that period. I still have some memory loss. It’s not as bad, as definately as it was on the Harvoni but it is still there. Again, it has gotten better but I still notice some memory loss. I did not have any memory loss before taking the Harvoni. The company must be notified. I’m glad these posts are up.
1 yr 10 months after treatment i am going to a cognitive therapy evaluation.They are going to do an assessment on me.My brain still isn't right I bought a crisscross purse so it's on me at all times!!! Good luck! The company has to know by now what's up... I hope. Amyissad
Hi Rock07,
I just finished Harvoni and I had short memory loss, always had the memory of an elephant!!! Now I forget how to spell words.I can't explain it stuff flys out of me head to soon It was like what was I just doing! I am hoping that goes away in the nex few weeks when no more Harvoni in system. I hop it is not age I am 68. So glad I am not the only one. This is not listed on med reaction list, jees I am forgetting what I am typing!t
I had a hard time remembering things when taking Harvoni. It's been 3 years and my short term memory is getting worse. I also have a coworker who has been done with Harvoni a year ago and has worked with me for 4 years, and she has a hard time with short term memory. There is definitely a problem with Harvoni and short term memory.

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I was treated with Incivek, Pegasys and Ribavirin and I also had bad memory problems. It takes time but it will get better. Try and be patient. It took almost one year and a half before my memory improved.. I'm still having problems but I cleared the virus! I'm thankful! Hang in there..
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Thanks Happy4now its been 1yr 10 months. I am still not retaining info. It's scary but its my normal so I try and laugh it off.My loved ones get overwhelmed because I forget to pay rent and mess up appt times and information as well.As long as someone is around to check on me I am ok.for now. .Live life thank God the virus is gone!!! Amyissad
I have the same problem since taking Epclusa for 12 weeks. I have a hard time remembering so many things. I finished my treatment June 21, 2017