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Improving Response to HCV Treatment

Apr 7, 2008

Of special interest for those who have relapsed after Hepatitis C pegylated interferon therapy: Medical experts are gaining insight into why some courses of treatment are unsuccessful. By aiming to eliminate the likely causes for previous failures, more non-responders may be good candidates for re-treatment.

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Hepatitis C Protein May Help Fight HIV

Apr 4, 2008

Scientists have discovered a unique property of a segment of one of Hepatitis C's proteins - inhibition of HIV. Continued research on this Hepatitis C component could lead to a new therapy capable of preventing HIV from being sexually transmitted.

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Taribavirin Showing Lower Anemia Rates than Ribavirin

Mar 20, 2008

When combined with pegylated interferon for Hepatitis C treatment, taribavirin may be a better option than ribavirin. Compared to ribavirin, preliminary results of a Phase IIb trial show that taribavirin is similar in viral load reduction yet superior with fewer incidences of treatment related anemia.

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