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Correct ribivirin dosage vs weight

Does anybody know the break down of the amount of rib to take and when you should lower it based on your weight. Is there a basic formula that docs use
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Standard dosage for type 1 is <165lbs=1000mg, >165lbs=1200mg. Type 2 and 3 are usually prescribed 800mg, but as we were talking about in another thread; 2's and 3's are relapsing more; and low riba dosage has been know to contribute to relapse. Good Luck
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