Epclusa, a brand name medication containing sofosbuvir and velpatasvir, has revolutionized Hepatitis C treatment. This prescription drug boasts high efficacy rates, offering a cure for most chronic HCV genotypes. However, headlines regarding Epclusa's cost often raise eyebrows, particularly when comparing the price in the US and India.
Unveiling the US Price Tag
The list price of Epclusa in the US can be staggering. At a whopping $24,920 per month, a full 12-week treatment course can reach nearly $78,000. Fortunately, this isn't the price most patients pay. Insurance plans typically cover Epclusa, bringing the out-of-pocket cost down considerably. Additionally, the manufacturer offers co-pay coupon programs that can further reduce the monthly cost to as low as $5.
A Different Reality in India
A short story.
Two People.
Ex-bestfriends.
One is a doctor, Another is the hospital MD.
She can't wait to shoot him with words, he can't stop her from doing anything.
He feels responsible and she's the most irresponsible person you'll find.
She wants to go away and he'll do everything in his power to keep her close
He can't look away from her and Well, she can't look away too.
What happens when time tests them? Make them ache for each other?
But it's not sparks which flow in air, it's thier words and hidden pain, so how will the journey be.
let's check it out ourselves.
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"You got 5 minutes. After that I want you to drop me back home because I'm nowhere near to drive after working 22 hours straight ofcourse as my boss because you can't loose such a good doctor in a car accident, Now can you?" His body stiffened, eyes darkened with anger "I was joking Mady. I really need sleep" she stated sheepishly, muffling a yawn.
"Okay. I'll do now sit back here" He pointed to the couch and she immediately plopped down again. Eyes closing down with fatigue. "Did you have a proper meal?" he asked picking his received.
"If you call three bites of a sandwich and eleven cups of coffee a meal then I did have one" she yawned, leaning back against the backrest.
"You're addicted to caffeine" he mumbled, ordering something for them both in his cabin.
"Can you stop mumbling under your breath? I'm already trying hard not to dose off here" she said with drooping eyes.
"You really flip Sana Qureshi, one second you were fighting now you can't sit straight. Will you be normal anytime soon?" He mocked.
"I'll someday Inshallah" she grinned sleepily.
He sighed "Inshallah"