Case Report of Hepatitis C Treatment Success in Male With Decompensated Cirrhosis and Polysubstance Abuse: The Important Role of the Pharmacist in Active Care Coordination

This is a case report of a man with decompensated cirrhosis and polysubstance abuse that was cured of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection through pharmacist active care coordination. The patient was prescribed Epclusa (sofosbuvir 400 mg/velpatasvir 100 mg) 1 tablet by mouth daily for 24 weeks, but finished his course 18 days late due to poor compliance and treatment interruptions. The active role of the clinical pharmacist in the hepatology clinic facilitated the patient’s ongoing engagement in care, leading to treatment success.