Antiviral medications help eliminate or reduce the virus in the body to undetectable levels. The physician can prescribe the correct combination and duration of medication to best treat hepatitis C.
Blood tests to monitor liver function will enable the doctor to evaluate whether an additional round of antiviral treatment is necessary.
Vaccinations against hepatitis A and B may also be recommended because these separate viruses can also cause liver damage and interfere with hepatitis C treatment.
Advanced liver disease diagnosis and treatment of cirrhotic patients as well as treat complications of cirrhosis.