Individuals with persistently elevated aminotransferase levels and evidence of moderate inflammation on biopsy are recommended for treatment. Those with milder degrees of activity should most likely be followed for evidence of progression, before starting treatment, given the high price of therapy and significant side effects. The side-effect profile is similar to the individual products used singularly. Influenza-like symptoms are quite common with alpha interferon, which can limit its use. However, over time these symptoms tend to abate.
Ribavirin is associated with a hemolytic anemia.
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