In spite of the discouraging results initially,(I have type 2b geno and the
14th wek of combo tx I went from 3.2mm donw to only 100,000) my Doc says it
is worth a try to keep at it for another 12 weks, his reasoning is it's
easier to go to undetedcable from 100m than 3.2mm. lthough I do not look
forward to it, I am game to try, and hopefully this time I will make sure to
take the Riba with food, not on an empty stomach as before, I understand
this can have significant effects on the absorption although I must admit
Ihave no idea why. Since I was admantly compliant about the treatment and
since the odds are supposed to be 80% plus I was assured of a successful
outcome the first time only to be let down and angry when it did not
respond! I figured the 20% nonresponders had to be people who did not follow
exactly the directions, missed doses shots, drank or used drugs or whatever.
OK now to face the reality that maybe in spite of all that, it is 20% and as
has been told to me recently that is a large number.
Well here goes and hope fo r the best,
Thank youfor all the helpful responses in the past......

Sincerely
BC