Hepatitis C Treatments/Therapies | Hepatitis Central - Part 35

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Hepatitis C Treatments/Therapies

A Cure for Hepatitis C?

May 25, 2007

Spring 2007 brought a wave of health-related news professing a cure for Hepatitis C. While this publicity inspired hope in millions of people living with chronic HCV, it also sparked frustration and confusion. Learn more about the recent announcement that implied a cure for this disease, as well as what the details of the newsworthy study actually mean for you and your loved ones.

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New HCV Preferred Treatment

May 9, 2007

Human Genome Sciences and Novartis are working together to improve Hepatitis C treatment with the long acting version of interferon, Albuferon. The ongoing, Phase II study demonstrated that Albuferon has a success rate equal to, or better than pegylated interferon. Learn why Albuferon becoming the preferred treatment over pegylated interferon is good news for Hepatitis C patients.

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Progress in Stopping HCV Replication

Apr 20, 2007

Achillion recently revealed progress in preventing Hepatitis C viral replication. Although discontinued due to its strain on the kidneys, clinical trials with ACH-806 demonstrated potent HCV anti-viral activity. Find out how those results may shape the development of the next generation of drugs that carry the hope of finding a more effective HCV treatment.

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Longer Lasting HCV Treatment in Phase I Trial

Apr 4, 2007

Since interferon medication is quickly broken down by a person's circulatory and digestive systems, its potency is typically short-lived. By resisting rapid breakdown, Nautilus Biotech's newly engineered interferon-alpha drug, Belerofon, shows promise in increased effectiveness against Hepatitis C. Now in a Phase I study, we will soon learn of Belerofon's safety and tolerability.

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New Compound in Development for Patients with Chronic HCV

Apr 3, 2007

The results from the Phase I study with XTL-6865, a new compound being tested in patients with chronic Hepatitis C, are promising. In addition to the detailed outcome of this study, you'll learn how XTL-6865 may become a viable treatment option for patients with Hepatitis C undergoing liver transplantation, or for individuals with chronic Hepatitis C who have low viral loads.

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New HCV Treatment Recommended for Non-Responders

Mar 28, 2007

A new drug called Infergen is opening new doors for people infected with the Hepatitis C virus who are not responding to standard treatment. Learn why this treatment option is recommended for non-responders, and other key information to share with your physician in determining whether Infergen may be right for you.

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New Dosing Study for HCV Genotype 1

Mar 12, 2007

Preliminary results assessing Pharmasset's R7128 treatment for Hepatitis C genotype 1 are encouraging. This well-tolerated polymerase inhibitor will now be evaluated on an ascending dose schedule. Due to current therapies for genotype 1 having a low HCV eradication rate, R7128's development is worthy of attention.

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HIV Pathology Helps Identify Hepatitis C Protein

Mar 9, 2007

Rockefeller University scientists researching the HIV virus recently discovered how a protein commonly found in the liver is necessary for Hepatitis C infection. By targeting this specific protein, scientists may develop more effective treatment strategies for Hepatitis C.

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