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Sovaldi

Generic: SOFOSBUVIR

Verified·Apr 23, 2026
Manufacturer
Gilead Sciences
NDC
61958-1501
RxCUI
1484916
Route
ORAL
ICD-10 indication
B18.2

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About Sovaldi

What is this medication? Sovaldi is a prescription medication used to treat chronic hepatitis C infection in adults and children at least 3 years of age. It contains the active ingredient sofosbuvir, which belongs to a class of drugs called nucleotide analog polymerase inhibitors. The medication works by directly interfering with the life cycle of the hepatitis C virus, specifically by inhibiting the protein the virus needs to replicate its genetic material. By stopping the virus from multiplying, Sovaldi helps the immune system clear the infection from the body.

This drug is generally not used as a monotherapy but is instead prescribed in combination with other antiviral medications, such as ribavirin or peginterferon alfa. The specific combination of drugs and the length of treatment are determined by the genotype of the hepatitis C virus being treated and whether the patient has developed liver complications like cirrhosis. Sovaldi represented a major advancement in medical care because it offered a more effective treatment option with fewer side effects compared to older injection-based therapies.

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for Sovaldi. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Dec 26, 2024

Boxed warning
WARNING: RISK OF HEPATITIS B VIRUS REACTIVATION IN PATIENTS COINFECTED WITH HCV AND HBV Test all patients for evidence of current or prior hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection before initiating treatment with SOVALDI. HBV reactivation has been reported in HCV/HBV coinfected patients who were undergoing or had completed treatment with HCV direct acting antivirals and were not receiving HBV antiviral therapy. Some cases have resulted in fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death. Monitor HCV/HBV coinfected patients for hepatitis flare or HBV reactivation during HCV treatment and post-treatment follow-up. Initiate appropriate patient management for HBV infection as clinically indicated [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . WARNING: RISK OF HEPATITIS B VIRUS REACTIVATION IN PATIENTS COINFECTED WITH HCV AND HBV See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Hepatitis B virus (HBV) reactivation has been reported, in some cases resulting in fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death. ( 5.1 )
Indications and usage
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SOVALDI is a hepatitis C virus (HCV) nucleotide analog NS5B polymerase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: Adult patients with genotype 1, 2, 3 or 4 chronic HCV infection without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis as a component of a combination antiviral treatment regimen. ( 1 ) Pediatric patients 3 years of age and older with genotype 2 or 3 chronic HCV infection without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis in combination with ribavirin. ( 1 ) Adult Patients: SOVALDI is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection as a component of a combination antiviral treatment regimen [see Dosage and Administration (2.2) , and Clinical Studies (14) ]: genotype 1 or 4 infection without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis for use in combination with pegylated interferon and ribavirin genotype 2 or 3 infection without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis for use in combination with ribavirin. Pediatric Patients: SOVALDI is indicated for the treatment of chronic HCV genotype 2 or 3 infection in pediatric patients 3 years of age and older without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis for use in combination with ribavirin [see Dosage and Administration (2.3) and Clinical Studies (14.5) ] .
Dosage and administration
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Testing Prior to the Initiation of Therapy: Test all patients for HBV infection by measuring HBsAg and anti-HBc. ( 2.1 ) Recommended dosage in adults: One 400 mg tablet taken once daily with or without food. ( 2.2 ) Recommended dosage in pediatric patients 3 years of age and older: Recommended dosage of SOVALDI in pediatric patients 3 years of age and older with genotype 2 or 3 HCV using SOVALDI tablets or oral pellets is based on weight. Refer to Table 3 of the full prescribing information for specific dosing guidelines based on body weight. ( 2.3 ) HCV/HIV-1 coinfection: For adult and pediatric patients with HCV/HIV-1 coinfection, follow the dosage recommendations in the tables below, respectively. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) Recommended adult treatment regimen and duration: ( 2.2 ) Adult Patient Population Regimen and Duration Genotype 1 or 4 Treatment-naïve without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + peginterferon alfa + ribavirin 12 weeks Genotype 2 Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + ribavirin 12 weeks Genotype 3 Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + ribavirin 24 weeks SOVALDI in combination with ribavirin for 24 weeks can be considered for adult patients with genotype 1 infection who are interferon ineligible. ( 2.2 ) Should be used in combination with ribavirin for treatment of HCV in adult patients with hepatocellular carcinoma awaiting liver transplantation for up to 48 weeks or until liver transplantation, whichever occurs first. ( 2.2 ) Recommended treatment regimen and duration for pediatric patients 3 years of age and older: ( 2.3 , 2.4 ) Pediatric Patient Population 3 Years of Age and Older Regimen and Duration Genotype 2 Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + ribavirin 12 weeks Genotype 3 Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + ribavirin 24 weeks A dosage recommendation cannot be made for patients with severe renal impairment or end stage renal disease. ( 2.7 , 8.6 ) Instructions for Use should be followed for preparation and administration of SOVALDI oral pellets. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Testing Prior to the Initiation of Therapy Test all patients for evidence of current or prior HBV infection by measuring hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) and hepatitis B core antibody (anti-HBc) before initiating HCV treatment with SOVALDI [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)] . 2.2 Recommended Dosage in Adults The recommended dosage of SOVALDI is one 400 mg tablet, taken orally, once daily with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Administer SOVALDI in combination with ribavirin or in combination with pegylated interferon and ribavirin for the treatment of HCV. The recommended treatment regimen and duration for SOVALDI combination therapy is provided in Table 1. For patients with HCV/HIV-1 coinfection, follow the dosage recommendations in Table 1. Refer to Drug Interactions (7) for dosage recommendations for concomitant HIV-1 antiviral drugs. Table 1 Recommended Treatment Regimen and Duration in Adult Patients with Genotype 1, 2, 3, or 4 HCV Patient Population Treatment Regimen and Duration Genotype 1 or 4 Treatment-naïve without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + peginterferon alfa See peginterferon alfa prescribing information for dosage recommendation for patients with genotype 1 or 4 HCV. + ribavirin Dosage of ribavirin is weight-based (<75 kg = 1000 mg and ≥75 kg = 1200 mg). The daily dosage of ribavirin is administered orally in two divided doses with food. Patients with renal impairment (CrCl ≤50 mL/min) require ribavirin dosage reduction; refer to ribavirin tablet prescribing information. 12 weeks Genotype 2 Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced Treatment-experienced patients have failed an interferon-based regimen with or without ribavirin. without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + ribavirin 12 weeks Genotype 3 Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + ribavirin 24 weeks Patients with Genotype 1 HCV Who are Ineligible to Receive an Interferon-Based Regimen SOVALDI in combination with ribavirin for 24 weeks can be considered as a therapeutic option for patients with genotype 1 infection who are ineligible to receive an interferon-based regimen [see Clinical Studies (14.4) ] . Treatment decision should be guided by an assessment of the potential benefits and risks for the individual patient. Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma Awaiting Liver Transplantation Administer SOVALDI in combination with ribavirin for up to 48 weeks or until the time of liver transplantation, whichever occurs first, to prevent post-transplant HCV reinfection [see Use in Specific Populations (8.8) ] . 2.3 Recommended Dosage in Pediatric Patients 3 Years of Age and Older with Genotype 2 or 3 HCV The recommended treatment regimen, duration, and recommended dosage for SOVALDI combination therapy is provided in Table 2 and Table 3. Table 4 provides the weight-based dosage of ribavirin when used in combination with SOVALDI for pediatric patients. For patients with HCV/HIV-1 coinfection, follow the dosage recommendations in Table 3 and Table 4. Refer to Drug Interactions (7) for dosage recommendations for concomitant HIV-1 antiviral drugs. In pediatric patients with hepatocellular carcinoma awaiting liver transplantation, administer SOVALDI in combination with ribavirin for up to 48 weeks or until the time of liver transplantation, whichever occurs first, to prevent post-transplant HCV reinfection [see Use in Specific Populations (8.8) ] . Table 2 Recommended Treatment Regimen and Duration in Pediatric Patients 3 Years and Older with Genotype 2 or 3 HCV Patient Population Treatment Regimen and Duration Genotype 2 Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced Treatment-experienced patients have failed an interferon based regimen with or without ribavirin. without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + ribavirin See Table 4 for weight-based ribavirin dosing recommendations. 12 weeks Genotype 3 Treatment-naïve and treatment-experienced without cirrhosis or with compensated cirrhosis (Child-Pugh A) SOVALDI + ribavirin 24 weeks The recommended dosage of SOVALDI in pediatric patients 3 years and older with genotype 2 or 3 HCV using SOVALDI tablets or oral pellets (with or without food) is based on weight (Table 3), and is to be taken orally once daily in combination with ribavirin [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) , Use in Specific Populations (8.4) , Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) , and Clinical Studies (14.5) ] . SOVALDI pellets can be taken by pediatric patients who cannot swallow the tablet formulation [see Dosage and Administration (2.4) ] . Table 3 Dosing for Pediatric Patients 3 Years and Older Using SOVALDI Tablets or Oral Pellets Body Weight (kg) Dosing of SOVALDI Tablets or Oral Pellets SOVALDI Daily Dose at least 35 one 400 mg tablet once daily or two 200 mg tablets once daily or two 200 mg packets of pellets once daily 400 mg per day 17 to less than 35 one 200 mg tablet once daily or one 200 mg packet of pellets once daily 200 mg per day less than 17 one 150 mg packet of pellets once daily 150 mg per day Table 4 Recommended Dosing for Ribavirin in Combination Therapy with SOVALDI for Pediatric Patients 3 Years and Older Body Weight (kg) Oral Ribavirin Daily Dosage The daily dosage of ribavirin is weight-based and is administered orally in two divided doses with food. less than 47 15 mg per kg per day (divided dose AM and PM) 47–49 600 mg per day (1 × 200 mg AM, 2 × 200 mg PM) 50–65 800 mg per day (2 × 200 mg AM, 2 × 200 mg PM) 66–80 1000 mg per day (2 × 200 mg AM, 3 × 200 mg PM) greater than 80 1200 mg per day (3 × 200 mg AM, 3 × 200 mg PM) 2.4 Preparation and Administration of Oral Pellets See the SOVALDI oral pellets full Instructions for Use for details on the preparation and administration of SOVALDI pellets. Do not chew SOVALDI pellets. If SOVALDI pellets are administered with food, sprinkle the pellets on one or more spoonfuls of non-acidic soft food at or below room temperature. Examples of non-acidic foods include pudding, chocolate syrup, mashed potato, and ice cream. Take SOVALDI pellets within 30 minutes of gently mixing with food and swallow the entire contents without chewing to avoid a bitter aftertaste. 2.5 Dosage Modification Dosage reduction of SOVALDI is not recommended. If a patient has a serious adverse reaction potentially related to peginterferon alfa and/or ribavirin, the peginterferon alfa and/or ribavirin dosage should be reduced or discontinued, if appropriate, until the adverse reaction abates or decreases in severity. Refer to the peginterferon alfa and ribavirin prescribing information for additional information about how to reduce and/or discontinue the peginterferon alfa and/or ribavirin dosage. 2.6 Discontinuation of Dosing If the other agents used in combination with SOVALDI are permanently discontinued, SOVALDI should also be discontinued. 2.7 Severe Renal Impairment and End Stage Renal Disease No dosage recommendation can be given for patients with severe renal impairment (estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate [eGFR] less than 30 mL/min/1.73m 2 ) or with end stage renal disease (ESRD) due to higher exposures (up to 20-fold) of the predominant sofosbuvir metabolite [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] .
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS When SOVALDI is used in combination with ribavirin or peginterferon alfa/ribavirin, the contraindications applicable to those agents are applicable to combination therapies. Refer to the prescribing information of peginterferon alfa and ribavirin for a list of their contraindications. When used in combination with peginterferon alfa/ribavirin or ribavirin alone, all contraindications to peginterferon alfa and/or ribavirin also apply to SOVALDI combination therapy. ( 4 )
Warnings and precautions
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk of Hepatitis B Virus Reactivation: Test all patients for evidence of current or prior HBV infection before initiation of HCV treatment. Monitor HCV/HBV coinfected patients for HBV reactivation and hepatitis flare during HCV treatment and post-treatment follow-up. Initiate appropriate patient management for HBV infection as clinically indicated. ( 5.1 ) Bradycardia with amiodarone coadministration: Serious symptomatic bradycardia may occur in patients taking amiodarone with a sofosbuvir-containing regimen, particularly in patients also receiving beta blockers, or those with underlying cardiac comorbidities and/or advanced liver disease. Coadministration of amiodarone with SOVALDI is not recommended. In patients without alternative, viable treatment options, cardiac monitoring is recommended. ( 5.2 , 6.2 , 7.1 ) 5.1 Risk of Hepatitis B Virus Reactivation in Patients Coinfected with HCV and HBV Hepatitis B virus (HBV) reactivation has been reported in HCV/HBV coinfected patients who were undergoing or had completed treatment with HCV direct acting antivirals, and who were not receiving HBV antiviral therapy. Some cases have resulted in fulminant hepatitis, hepatic failure, and death. Cases have been reported in patients who are HBsAg positive and also in patients with serologic evidence of resolved HBV infection (i.e., HBsAg negative and anti-HBc positive). HBV reactivation has also been reported in patients receiving certain immunosuppressant or chemotherapeutic agents; the risk of HBV reactivation associated with treatment with HCV direct-acting antivirals may be increased in these patients. HBV reactivation is characterized as an abrupt increase in HBV replication manifesting as a rapid increase in serum HBV DNA level. In patients with resolved HBV infection, reappearance of HBsAg can occur. Reactivation of HBV replication may be accompanied by hepatitis, i.e., increases in aminotransferase levels and, in severe cases, increases in bilirubin levels, liver failure, and death can occur. Test all patients for evidence of current or prior HBV infection by measuring HBsAg and anti-HBc before initiating HCV treatment with SOVALDI. In patients with serologic evidence of HBV infection, monitor for clinical and laboratory signs of hepatitis flare or HBV reactivation during HCV treatment with SOVALDI and during post-treatment follow-up. Initiate appropriate patient management for HBV infection as clinically indicated. 5.2 Serious Symptomatic Bradycardia When Coadministered with Amiodarone Postmarketing cases of symptomatic bradycardia and cases requiring pacemaker intervention have been reported when amiodarone is coadministered with a sofosbuvir-containing regimen. A fatal cardiac arrest was reported in a patient taking amiodarone who was coadministered a sofosbuvir-containing regimen (HARVONI [ledipasvir/sofosbuvir]). Bradycardia has generally occurred within hours to days, but cases have been observed up to 2 weeks after initiating HCV treatment. Patients also taking beta blockers, or those with underlying cardiac comorbidities and/or advanced liver disease may be at increased risk for symptomatic bradycardia with coadministration of amiodarone. Bradycardia generally resolved after discontinuation of HCV treatment. The mechanism for this effect is unknown. Coadministration of amiodarone with SOVALDI is not recommended. For patients taking amiodarone who have no other alternative, viable treatment options and who will be coadministered SOVALDI: Counsel patients about the risk of serious symptomatic bradycardia Cardiac monitoring in an in-patient setting for the first 48 hours of coadministration is recommended, after which outpatient or self-monitoring of the heart rate should occur on a daily basis through at least the first 2 weeks of treatment. Patients who are taking SOVALDI who need to start amiodarone therapy due to no other alternative, viable treatment options should undergo similar cardiac monitoring as outlined above. Due to amiodarone's long half-life, patients discontinuing amiodarone just prior to starting SOVALDI should also undergo similar cardiac monitoring as outlined above. Patients who develop signs or symptoms of bradycardia should seek medical evaluation immediately. Symptoms may include near-fainting or fainting, dizziness or lightheadedness, malaise, weakness, excessive tiredness, shortness of breath, chest pains, confusion or memory problems [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . 5.3 Risk of Reduced Therapeutic Effect Due to Use with P-gp Inducers Drugs that are P-gp inducers in the intestine (e.g., rifampin, St. John's wort) may significantly decrease sofosbuvir plasma concentrations and may lead to a reduced therapeutic effect of SOVALDI. The use of rifampin and St. John's wort with SOVALDI is not recommended [see Drug Interactions (7.1) ] . 5.4 Risks Associated with Combination Treatment Because SOVALDI is used in combination with other antiviral drugs for treatment of HCV infection, consult the prescribing information for these drugs used in combination with SOVALDI. Warnings and Precautions related to these drugs also apply to their use in SOVALDI combination treatment.
Drug interactions
7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Coadministration of amiodarone with a sofosbuvir-containing regimen may result in serious symptomatic bradycardia. ( 5.2 , 6.2 , 7.1 ) Drugs that are intestinal P-gp inducers (e.g., rifampin, St. John's wort) may alter the concentrations of sofosbuvir. ( 5.3 , 7 , 12.3 ) Consult the full prescribing information prior to use for potential drug-drug interactions. ( 5.2 , 5.3 , 7 , 12.3 ) Clearance of HCV infection with direct acting antivirals may lead to changes in hepatic function, which may impact safe and effective use of concomitant medications. Frequent monitoring of relevant laboratory parameters (INR or blood glucose) and dose adjustments of certain concomitant medications may be necessary. ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Potentially Significant Drug Interactions Sofosbuvir is a substrate of drug transporter P-gp and breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP) while the predominant circulating metabolite GS-331007 is not. Drugs that are P-gp inducers in the intestine (e.g., rifampin or St. John's wort) may decrease sofosbuvir plasma concentration, leading to reduced therapeutic effect of SOVALDI, and thus concomitant use with SOVALDI is not recommended [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Clearance of HCV infection with direct acting antivirals may lead to changes in hepatic function, which may impact the safe and effective use of concomitant medications. For example, altered blood glucose control resulting in serious symptomatic hypoglycemia has been reported in diabetic patients in postmarketing case reports and published epidemiological studies. Management of hypoglycemia in these cases required either discontinuation or dose modification of concomitant medications used for diabetes treatment. Frequent monitoring of relevant laboratory parameters (e.g. International Normalized Ratio [INR] in patients taking warfarin, blood glucose levels in diabetic patients) or drug concentrations of concomitant medications such as cytochrome P450 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index (e.g. certain immunosuppressants) is recommended to ensure safe and effective use. Dose adjustments of concomitant medications may be necessary. Information on potential drug interactions with SOVALDI is summarized in Table 7. The table is not all-inclusive [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2 , 5.3) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]. Table 7 Potentially Significant Drug Interactions: Alteration in Dosage or Regimen May Be Recommended Based on Drug Interaction Studies or Predicted Interaction This table is not all-inclusive. Concomitant Drug Class: Drug Name Effect on Concentration ↓ = decrease. Clinical Comment Antiarrhythmics: amiodarone Effect on amiodarone and sofosbuvir concentrations unknown Coadministration of amiodarone with a sofosbuvir-containing regimen may result in serious symptomatic bradycardia. The mechanism of this effect is unknown. Coadministration of amiodarone with SOVALDI is not recommended; if coadministration is required, cardiac monitoring is recommended [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Adverse Reactions (6.2) ]. Anticonvulsants: Carbamazepine phenytoin phenobarbital oxcarbazepine ↓ sofosbuvir ↓ GS-331007 Coadministration of SOVALDI with carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital or oxcarbazepine is expected to decrease the concentration of sofosbuvir, leading to reduced therapeutic effect of SOVALDI. Coadministration is not recommended. Antimycobacterials: Rifabutin rifampin rifapentine ↓ sofosbuvir ↓ GS-331007 Coadministration of SOVALDI with rifabutin or rifapentine is expected to decrease the concentration of sofosbuvir, leading to reduced therapeutic effect of SOVALDI. Coadministration is not recommended. Coadministration of SOVALDI with rifampin, an intestinal P-gp inducer, is not recommended [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. Herbal Supplements: St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) ↓ sofosbuvir ↓ GS-331007 Coadministration of SOVALDI with St. John's wort, an intestinal P-gp inducer, is not recommended [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. HIV Protease Inhibitors: tipranavir/ritonavir ↓ sofosbuvir ↓ GS-331007 Coadministration of SOVALDI with tipranavir/ritonavir is expected to decrease the concentration of sofosbuvir, leading to reduced therapeutic effect of SOVALDI. Coadministration is not recommended. 7.2 Drugs without Clinically Significant Interactions with SOVALDI Based on drug interaction studies conducted with SOVALDI, no clinically significant drug interactions have been either observed or are expected when SOVALDI is combined with the following drugs [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ]: cyclosporine, darunavir/ritonavir, efavirenz, emtricitabine, methadone, oral contraceptives, raltegravir, rilpivirine, tacrolimus, or tenofovir disoproxil fumarate.
Adverse reactions
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Serious Symptomatic Bradycardia When Coadministered with Amiodarone [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . The most common adverse events (incidence greater than or equal to 20%, all grades) observed with SOVALDI in combination with ribavirin were fatigue and headache. The most common adverse events observed with SOVALDI in combination with peginterferon alfa and ribavirin were fatigue, headache, nausea, insomnia and anemia. ( 6.1 ). The most common adverse events observed with SOVALDI in combination with ribavirin oral solution in pediatric patients was decreased appetite. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Gilead Sciences, Inc. at 1-800-GILEAD-5 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. When SOVALDI is administered with ribavirin or peginterferon alfa/ribavirin, refer to the respective prescribing information for a description of adverse reactions associated with their use. Adverse Reactions in Adult Subjects The safety assessment of SOVALDI was based on pooled Phase 3 clinical trial data (both controlled and uncontrolled) including: 650 subjects who received SOVALDI + ribavirin (RBV) combination therapy for 12 weeks, 98 subjects who received SOVALDI + ribavirin combination therapy for 16 weeks, 250 subjects who received SOVALDI + ribavirin combination therapy for 24 weeks, 327 subjects who received SOVALDI + peginterferon (Peg-IFN) alfa + ribavirin combination therapy for 12 weeks, 243 subjects who received peginterferon alfa + ribavirin for 24 weeks, and 71 subjects who received placebo (PBO) for 12 weeks [see Clinical Studies (14) ] . The proportion of subjects who permanently discontinued treatment due to adverse events was 4% for subjects receiving placebo, 1% for subjects receiving SOVALDI + ribavirin for 12 weeks, less than 1% for subjects receiving SOVALDI + ribavirin for 24 weeks, 11% for subjects receiving peginterferon alfa + ribavirin for 24 weeks and 2% for subjects receiving SOVALDI + peginterferon alfa + ribavirin for 12 weeks. Adverse events observed in at least 15% of subjects in the Phase 3 clinical trials outlined above are provided in Table 5. A side-by-side tabulation is displayed to simplify presentation; direct comparison across trials should not be made due to differing trial designs. The most common adverse events (at least 20%) for SOVALDI + ribavirin combination therapy were fatigue and headache. The most common adverse events (at least 20%) for SOVALDI + peginterferon alfa + ribavirin combination therapy were fatigue, headache, nausea, insomnia and anemia. Table 5 Adverse Events (All Grades and without Regard to Causality) Reported in ≥15% of Subjects with HCV in Any Treatment Arm Interferon-free Regimens Interferon-containing Regimens PBO 12 weeks SOVALDI + RBV Subjects received weight-based ribavirin (1000 mg per day if weighing <75 kg or 1200 mg per day if weighing ≥75 kg). 12 weeks SOVALDI + RBV 24 weeks Peg-IFN alfa + RBV Subjects received 800 mg ribavirin per day regardless of weight. 24 weeks SOVALDI + Peg-IFN alfa + RBV 12 weeks N=71 N=650 N=250 N=243 N=327 Fatigue 24% 38% 30% 55% 59% Headache 20% 24% 30% 44% 36% Nausea 18% 22% 13% 29% 34% Insomnia 4% 15% 16% 29% 25% Pruritus 8% 11% 27% 17% 17% Anemia 0% 10% 6% 12% 21% Asthenia 3% 6% 21% 3% 5% Rash 8% 8% 9% 18% 18% Decreased Appetite 10% 6% 6% 18% 18% Chills 1% 2% 2% 18% 17% Influenza Like Illness 3% 3% 6% 18% 16% Pyrexia 0% 4% 4% 14% 18% Diarrhea 6% 9% 12% 17% 12% Neutropenia 0% <1% <1% 12% 17% Myalgia 0% 6% 9% 16% 14% Irritability 1% 10% 10% 16% 13% With the exception of anemia and neutropenia, the majority of events presented in Table 5 occurred at severity of grade 1 in SOVALDI-containing regimens. Less Common Adverse Reactions Reported in Clinical Trials (less than 1%): The following adverse reactions occurred in less than 1% of subjects receiving SOVALDI in a combination regimen in any one trial. These events have been included because of their seriousness or assessment of potential causal relationship. Hematologic Effects: pancytopenia (particularly in subjects receiving concomitant pegylated interferon). Psychiatric Disorders: severe depression (particularly in subjects with pre-existing history of psychiatric illness), including suicidal ideation and suicide. Laboratory Abnormalities: Changes in selected hematological parameters are described in Table 6. A side-by-side tabulation is displayed to simplify presentation; direct comparison across trials should not be made due to differing trial designs. Table 6 Percentage of Subjects Reporting Selected Hematological Parameters Hematological Parameters Interferon-free Regimens Interferon-containing Regimens PBO 12 weeks SOVALDI + RBV Subjects received weight-based ribavirin (1000 mg per day if weighing <75 kg or 1200 mg per day if weighing ≥75 kg). 12 weeks SOVALDI + RBV 24 weeks Peg-IFN + RBV Subjects received 800 mg ribavirin per day regardless of weight. 24 weeks SOVALDI + Peg-IFN + RBV 12 weeks N=71 N=647 N=250 N=242 N=327 Hemoglobin (g/dL) <10 0 8% 6% 14% 23% <8.5 0 1% <1% 2% 2% Neutrophils (×10 9 /L) ≥0.5 – <0.75 1% <1% 0 12% 15% <0.5 0 <1% 0 2% 5% Platelets (×10 9 /L) ≥25 – <50 3% <1% 1% 7% <1% <25 0 0 0 0 0 Bilirubin Elevations Total bilirubin elevation of more than 2.5×ULN was observed in none of the subjects in the SOVALDI + peginterferon alfa + ribavirin 12 weeks group and in 1%, 3% and 3% of subjects in the peginterferon alfa + ribavirin 24 weeks, SOVALDI + ribavirin 12 weeks and SOVALDI + ribavirin 24 weeks groups, respectively. Bilirubin levels peaked during the first 1 to 2 weeks of treatment and subsequently decreased and returned to baseline levels by post-treatment Week 4. These bilirubin elevations were not associated with transaminase elevations. Creatine Kinase Elevations Creatine kinase was assessed in the FISSION and NEUTRINO trials. Isolated, asymptomatic creatine kinase elevation of greater than or equal to 10×ULN was observed in less than 1%, 1% and 2% of subjects in the peginterferon alfa + ribavirin 24 weeks, SOVALDI + peginterferon alfa + ribavirin 12 weeks and SOVALDI + ribavirin 12 weeks groups, respectively. Lipase Elevations Isolated, asymptomatic lipase elevation of greater than 3×ULN was observed in less than 1%, 2%, 2%, and 2% of subjects in the SOVALDI + peginterferon alfa + ribavirin 12 weeks, SOVALDI + ribavirin 12 weeks, SOVALDI + ribavirin 24 weeks and peginterferon alfa + ribavirin 24 weeks groups, respectively. Patients with HCV/HIV-1 Coinfection SOVALDI used in combination with ribavirin was assessed in 223 HCV/HIV-1 coinfected subjects [see Clinical Studies (14.4) ] . The safety profile in HCV/HIV-1 coinfected subjects was similar to that observed in HCV mono-infected subjects. Elevated total bilirubin (grade 3 or 4) was observed in 30/32 (94%) subjects receiving atazanavir as part of the antiretroviral regimen. None of the subjects had concomitant transaminase increases. Among subjects not taking atazanavir, grade 3 or 4 elevated total bilirubin was observed in 2 (1.5%) subjects, similar to the rate observed with HCV mono-infected subjects receiving SOVALDI + ribavirin in Phase 3 trials. Adverse Reactions in Pediatric Subjects 3 Years of Age and Older The safety assessment of SOVALDI in pediatric subjects 3 years of age and older is based on data from 106 subjects who were treated with SOVALDI plus ribavirin for 12 weeks (genotype 2 subjects) or 24 weeks (genotype 3 subjects) in a Phase 2, open-label clinical trial. The adverse reactions observed were consistent with those observed in clinical studies of SOVALDI plus ribavirin in adults. Among pediatric subjects 3 years to < 12 years of age taking SOVALDI in combination with ribavirin oral solution, decreased appetite was observed in 13% (7/54) of subjects [see Clinical Studies 14.5) ] . In a 5-year follow-up study, 88 of the 106 subjects from the Phase 2 open-label clinical trial (Study 1112) were followed for a median (Q1, Q3) duration of 239 (179, 244) weeks. No notable effects on growth as assessed by changes from baseline through end of study were observed for height, weight, BMI percentiles, and Z-scores for any age group. No notable effects were observed on the development of secondary sexual characteristics of subjects as assessed by changes from baseline through end of study in Tanner pubertal stages [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4) ]. 6.2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post approval use of SOVALDI. Because postmarketing reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Cardiac Disorders Serious symptomatic bradycardia has been reported in patients taking amiodarone who initiate treatment with a sofosbuvir-containing regimen [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) , Drug Interactions (7.1) ]. Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders Skin rashes, sometimes with blisters or angioedema-like swelling Angioedema
Use in pregnancy
8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary If SOVALDI is administered with ribavirin or peginterferon alfa and ribavirin, the combination regimen is contraindicated in pregnant women and in men whose female partners are pregnant. Refer to the ribavirin and/or peginterferon alfa prescribing information for more information on ribavirin- and peginterferon alfa-associated risks of use during pregnancy. No adequate human data are available to establish whether or not SOVALDI poses a risk to pregnancy outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, no evidence of adverse developmental outcomes was observed with sofosbuvir at exposures greater than those in humans at the recommended human dose (RHD) [see Data ] . During organogenesis in the rat and rabbit, systemic exposures (AUC) to the predominant circulating metabolite of sofosbuvir (GS-331007) were ≥5 (rats) and 12 (rabbits) times the exposure in humans at the RHD. In the rat pre/postnatal development study, maternal systemic exposure (AUC) to GS-331007 was ≥6 times the exposure in humans at the RHD. The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2–4% and 15–20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Sofosbuvir was administered orally to pregnant rats (up to 500 mg/kg/day) and rabbits (up to 300 mg/kg/day) on gestation days 6 to 18 and 6 to 19, respectively, and also to rats (oral doses up to 500 mg/kg/day) on gestation day 6 to lactation/post-partum day 20. No significant effects on embryo-fetal (rats and rabbits) or pre/postnatal (rats) development were observed at the highest doses tested. Systemic exposures (AUC) to the predominant circulating metabolite of sofosbuvir (GS-331007) were ≥5 (rats) and 12 (rabbits) times the exposure in humans at the RHD, with exposures increasing during gestation from approximately 5 to 10 (rats) and 12 to 28 (rabbits) times the exposure in humans at the RHD.

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Medicare Part D coverage

How Sovaldi appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).

Covered by plans

3%

192 of 5,509 plans

Most common tier

Tier 5

On 67% of covering formularies

Prior authorization required

83%

of covering formularies

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Tier 1 (preferred generic)1
17%
Tier 2 (generic)1
17%
Tier 5 (specialty)4
67%

Step therapy: 0% of formularies

Quantity limits: 50% of formularies

Coverage breadth: 6 of 65 formularies

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