Epclusa User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Ble...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 27, 2020

For Hepatitis C "I’m on week 6 of Epclusa, and other than the hair loss (I had ever since getting hep C almost a year ago) and ears ringing, it’s not been bad for me at all. My first checkup, my liver enzymes are back to normal, and HCV is undetected. (Genotype 3, which is the hardest to treat), so I was so nervous about this not working. Hope it stays negative! I haven’t experienced any nausea, and I take it in the morning without food. Will update later once I’m further into treatment."

• Fra...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 26, 2018

For Hepatitis C "I’m 61, and I’ve had Hep C for over 30 years. My viral load was almost 2 million. It went down to 0 within my first month, with no negative side effects, and my enzymes are normal. I’ve got 8 more weeks to go. Hope it stays away forever... God bless!"

• Hop...
• April 25, 2019

For Hepatitis C "Finished my last dose of Epclusa on March 15, and was weak, but a month later I am so tired and weak it's hard to do anything. I feel like all of my energy has been sucked from my body! I am completely miserable! I'm worried and wondering if anyone else has these symptoms? Literally in bed 24/7!"

• Cha...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 30, 2018

For Hepatitis C "After living with Hep C genotype 3 for 25 years and at the age of 66, I was put on Epclusa for 12 weeks. After 1 month, there was no trace of the virus. I continued to take it until the last dose. I did have side effects, the worst being stomach aches, ringing in my ears, and extreme irritability. It has been one year after my treatment, and the virus is undetected. Epclusa literally saved my life. I was in stage one liver cirrhosis, and I was very ill all of the time. I feel so much better now. One side effect that seems to be permanent is the ringing in the ears."

• cor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 21, 2024

For Hepatitis C "Hi, I'm on my last month of Epclusa, and I thought I was the only one to experience these severe side effects! Since I started taking the medication, I itch like crazy and now have a rash on my leg, and the stomach issues, forget about it. The headaches-I've never had such bad headaches in my whole life, and the fatigue and tiredness is unreal. My boss has had to take me home because my body would just not do anything! So, as for having hep C, it's uncanny, let alone having to deal with it. I would not recommend this drug by any means, especially if I have other issues with my liver and/or other organs already."

• Hep...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 27, 2019

For Hepatitis C "I took Epclusa for 12 weeks. The first few weeks, I didn't have many side effects. After about a month, I started having a lot of weird dreams and not sleeping well. Began having fatigue and brain fog. I thought I was going to get through the 12 weeks with somewhat mild side effects. About the tenth week, I started having severe fatigue, severe memory issues (brain fog). I could not wait to get through the last three weeks. It almost had me demobilized."

• Tre...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 29, 2018

For Hepatitis C "Finished my 12-week treatment 4 days ago on the 25th of July 2018. No side effects the whole treatment, in fact, I have never felt so good. This morning, I woke up feeling really sore, aching, and tired, but not sick, grumpy, and irritable. I didn’t realize there may be some form of withdrawals from the medication, but it makes sense. I have stayed healthy, worked no less than 4 times a week since starting treatment. Today, I feel exhausted, horrible, and depressed. I'm hoping this feeling goes away. I will update in a week or so. I’m still saying 10/10 because I’m so thankful to have been able to use this medication."

• ali...
• May 13, 2017

For Hepatitis C "I take my last pill tomorrow. My arm, around the elbow, is hurting real bad. Real, real bad. I felt it about a week into it. I did my 6-week blood test and no sign of the hep C. I hope it stays that way. I'm not sure of my level? 3-4-5? I forgot. It messed with my memory too. I feel confused and not sure of myself. Nothing worse when 500 craft personnel depend on you. I just turned 58. Had this for 20 years, is my guess. I haven't drank alcohol in 3 months. I hope you folks who are starting the program don't either. Never had headaches or diarrhea like everyone says. My arm is killing me. Can hardly do anything with it. I hope this rids this terrible virus. I wish the best for everyone."

• Emm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 1, 2023

For Hepatitis C "Day 15 of taking Epclusa, and I am stopping treatment. On day 1, I began with a sulfur and metallic taste when the medication was being ingested. Day 2 was a massive headache with nausea. On day 3, I decided to investigate Epclusa ingredients. I discovered a mix of basalt, high levels of a variety of different salts, magnesium stearate, talc, and titanium that are researched on the spleens of laboratory rats."

• Joe...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 29, 2022

For Hepatitis C "I took Epclusa from 1-6-18 through 4-6-18 and had no problems the first 2 months, but on the last month, I started feeling jaw pain, arthritis in hands and feet, as well as kidney pain. Within 5-6 months, I had developed kidney stones, lost 8 teeth, and got Bell's palsy. For me, my condition has worsened. The army doctors say no way Epclusa could have done this. My conditions now include chronic kidney disease, autoimmune disease, and arthritis. All of this happened after lab tests were normal other than hep C. Conditions as of 3-29-22 have worsened. Every little cold is life threatening. I would advise against taking this medicine."

• Hop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 18, 2018

For Hepatitis C "I'm a 34-year-old woman, healthy other than hep C. I got hep C from a blood transfusion when I was a baby. AST and ALT have always fluctuated and have been elevated. Fibro score (estimate of scarring in liver) was F1-F2. Also, I was genotype 3. I never even take Advil, so I was very scared to use this drug. Side effects were ringing in my ears, teeth sensitivity, and not headache, but like a weird head change. Nothing major, and I felt very normal otherwise. I took the pill right before I went to sleep at night. Never missed a pill. After the first month, viral load not detected, after 6 months, still not detected, so I am cured. And all AST and ALT are now normal. My fibro score stayed the same after 3 months, but I was told my liver is still healing, and your liver does heal. So I will give it more time with the help of herbs and vitamins. Ear ringing went away but still happens occasionally. I hope everyone can be cured of this disease. We will win this battle."

• ale...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 1, 2021

For Hepatitis C "I do not usually Google side effects, etc., for fear of psychosomatic symptoms, but after 6 weeks on the drug, I am losing my mind. It is a relief to read these reviews. Headaches (when I rarely had them prior), absolutely no energy. Weight loss - the nightmare begins when I try to sleep - sleep? LOL - massive insomnia. My feet and hands tingle, resulting in my having to walk around. The tingling disappears when I move. Anxiety, depression, unable to focus - I am on my way to secure a Valium script :("

• 3aa...
• January 25, 2017

For Hepatitis C "I have had hep C for about 20 years now, genotype 3a. I already did my 3-month treatment of Epclusa. At the end of 3 months, the virus was undetectable, of course. Waiting to get blood work in March to find out if still undetected. My main side effect of Epclusa was major muscle aches. My muscles were always very stiff and sore. Totally manageable though. I was hoping after I finished treatment, it would go away, but unfortunately it has not. Some days are worse than others, hoping time will make it go away. Praying and hoping I will be undetected and cured still in March. Good luck and God bless to all struggling."

• Anonymous
• October 19, 2018

For Hepatitis C "I had hep C, genotype 3 for years with my viral load over 6 million. I took this med for 30 days with very minimal side effects over a year ago. I’m extremely proud to say it worked! I’m cured! I just did a blood test. I can’t say enough good things about this drug! It truly saves lives. Good luck on your journey. I hope it does the same for everyone that needs it."

• Ray...
• March 30, 2017

For Hepatitis C "I took it for 12 weeks. When I did the blood work, it came back neg. No virus. Boy, I was the happiest man on earth, now I have a chance to see my grandbabies grow. Went back for my 3-month checkup and found out it came back! What a heartbreaker. Not sure what to do next. Was told another drug would be available this summer."

• RJa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 13, 2018

For Hepatitis C "Shared my story a few weeks ago. Received my results this week ahead of appt. with Dr. and feel blessed that HVC was undetectable one month out and liver enzymes were normal after being elevated for 25 plus years. Hope to be virus-free after 90 days, as is the standard. Good luck to everyone and stick with it."

• Gra...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 15, 2018

For Hepatitis C "I have had genotype 2 for over 50 years without knowing it! My viral load was 12 million/ml. Had several blood transfusions in 1964/1965. I have been on Epclusa since Aug 14th. First blood test Sep 12th, and the virus can no longer be detected! I am so grateful and happy right now!!! Someone here said to drink lots of water, so I drink at least 100 oz/day. Thank you, Gilead, for developing this drug, and thank you, Drugs.com, for creating this review site! I read everyone's review before starting Epclusa, and it helped to know what to look for!"

• Dis...
• August 5, 2019

For Hepatitis C "I have been on Epclusa for 3 weeks and so am experiencing negative effects: headache, chills, earache, muscle aches, numbing in hands and feet, diarrhea, sores on hands and mouth. I’m also anemic, and one of the side effects is anemia. Sometimes I wonder if the doctor did any homework before putting me on this medication. Unfortunately, I’ve had to do my own, so I hope this helps anyone who is suffering the way I am. I will definitely stop this medication before it does more damage to me."

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 24, 2019

For Hepatitis C "I'm on my fifth day on Epclusa. I'm having a sharp shooting pain up the side of my neck. This happens randomly. Feel like my head's inside a fishbowl and general weakness. Not intolerable but not good. Now I'm reading reviews talking about how the symptoms can go on long after the medications have stopped. How worried should I be?"

• Car...
• March 12, 2020

For Hepatitis C "I have genotype 1B (whatever that means) of Hep C. I'm 63 years young and found out 28 yrs. ago that I had Hep C. I've been on the treatment for 12 days. I've had some nausea along with some diarrhea. The worst part is fatigue, brain fog (big time), or is it depression? I do suffer from situational depression, so it could be that. Loss of appetite and weakness and very dry mouth. It's been such a short while, and I'm afraid of what's to come."

• Tex...
• October 14, 2019

For Hepatitis C "I was diagnosed with Hep C geno 3 in April 2019 after I had symptoms of always being tired, and my body felt sluggish all the time. I got the virus from donated blood back in '91 when I had my last surgery. I was scared when I found out because I have kids and friends whose parents passed from Hep C. My biopsy came back great, and I’ve been taking Epclusa for a month now. I’ve had some headaches, but I think the weather changing plays a part because it goes away. Other than that, no problems, and I feel great. I have more energy, increased appetite, sleep better, and I’m just thankful for this medication. I was nervous, but Epclusa is worth it. I had my kids tested, even though the percentage is low, there’s still that chance, and my youngest, who’s 11, came back positive. I had complications during my pregnancy (complete placenta previa) with her. She has been so strong through this process, and I answer any questions she has. We are waiting for her to be approved for treatment by next month."

• Jac...
• July 25, 2018

For Hepatitis C "My husband is on day 55 of Epclusa. He has done fantastic so far! Levels have lowered, soon hopefully gone, and he has had minimal issues and no serious issues that have prevented him from working (he does concrete and physical labor in 100+ degrees daily). He has had some headaches, and the further on he goes, the worse his bone and joint pain gets, but again, not debilitating. He looks at the brighter side daily, and having a positive attitude is the key to tolerating the aches and pains that come along. He has had dizzy spells, so we increase his water intake, and it makes it better. No other medications were tried prior to this, so I can't speak for them, but I can say that Epclusa has definitely been a liver saver! It also takes a lot for your significant other to be a part of this, speaking personally, and dealing with the irritability and mood changes... but I also look at the brighter side and stay optimistic. A good attitude is needed for all involved!"

• Anonymous
• February 2, 2019

For Hepatitis C "Have used Epclusa 400 mg/100 mg tablet for 12 weeks. Just finished in July 2018, and the test result was HCV negative. Now after 6 months, in January 2019, in re-investigation, again the HCV is positive."

• KQT...
• July 20, 2017

For Hepatitis C "I have 10 days left on my Epclusa treatment! Before I started treatment, my viral load was 5,740,000. After 4 weeks of treatment, it was down to 79! My liver enzymes are normal now. I struggled for about a week (week 9) with stomach problems, headaches, and joint pain. I had stated previously I was Genotype 2 (B) and was diagnosed in 2005. Had 2 healthy kids, and I am looking forward to kicking Hep C and my stage 2 fibrosis. I have a new lease on life, and I have a good feeling about curing this virus and watching my kids grow up. Stay positive, eat right, and drink your water!"

• Tru...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 17, 2022

For Hepatitis C "Lipase levels raised 11 months after completion of Epclusa, creatinine levels high, triglycerides high, and LDL high. Thrombocytopenia developed. Severe abdominal issues after completion of this medication, so I don’t think at this point the benefits of using Epclusa were worth the long-lasting side effects. I never had any issues during 25 years of HCV until I took the Epclusa."