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Do interferon and ribavirin cause weight changes?
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Usually weight loss: Most people lose weight while on combination therapy for chronic hepatitis C because of flu-like or gi-related side effects. Interferon can interfere with thyroid function which can be associated with weight gain.
Answered 2/19/2015
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Yes: It most definitely can and typically does.
Answered 3/9/2013
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