Ocuvir SR 1.2Gm Tablet 3'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Acyclovir 1.2 gm Also Known As: Aciclovir
Manufacturer
FDC Limited
Variant
3 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET contains Acyclovir, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antivirals. It is used to manage chickenpox, shingles, cold sores, genital herpes and other herpes simplex infections to manage infections in people with a weakened immune system. Cold sores, (a virus causing contagious sores, most often around the mouth or on the genitals), genital herpes (a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus and symptoms include genital pain and sores, pain, itching and small sores). Before taking OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET inform your doctor if you have kidney problems. OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET should be used with caution among pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET. The most common
Uses
OF OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLETOCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET is used in the following conditions: Manage chickenpox and Herpes zoster (shingles) Manage cold sores, genital herpes Manage herpes simplex infections Prevents problems in those people infected with a virus Prevents infections in low immunity patients
How It Works
OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET works by killing or stopping the growth of viruses (herpes virus). It has a higher affinity for viral DNA cells than human DNA cells and incorporates into the viral DNA and causes DNA chain termination and inactivation, leading to the death of cells.
Directions for Use
Take OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET are headache, dizziness, feeling or being sick, diarrhea, stomach pain and rashes. Contact your doctor if the symptom persists. USES OF OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLETOCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET is used in the following conditions: Manage chickenpox and Herpes zoster (shingles) Manage cold sores, genital herpes Manage herpes simplex infections Prevents problems in those people infected with a virus Prevents infections in low immunity patients HOW OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET WORKSOCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET works by killing or stopping the growth of viruses (herpes virus). It has a higher affinity for viral DNA cells than human DNA cells and incorporates into the viral DNA and causes DNA chain termination and inactivation, leading to the death of cells. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLETCOMMON headache, dizziness nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain skin reaction after exposure to light (photosensitivity), itchy skin feeling tired fever UNCOMMON itchy, hive-like rash hair loss RARE effects on blood & urine tests increase in liver enzymes
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYOCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGOCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy, drowsiness or asleep after taking OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET. KIDNEYOCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET. ALLERGYDo not take OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET if you are allergic to Acyclovir, valacyclovir or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSOCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura/haemolytic uremic syndrome (TTP/HUS) renal failure Before taking OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET, inform your doctor: if you have a low resistance to disease (immune deficiency) if you are taking nephrotoxic drugs (Ex. amphotericin B and aminoglycoside antibiotics) Use in pediatrics: NA Use in geriatrics: OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 75 years). Consult your doctor before taking OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: probenecid (used to manage gout) cimetidine (used to manage stomach ulcers) drugs acting on the immune system (Ex. mycophenolate mofetil) amikacin, amphotericin B, atovaquone, lumefantrine, mefloquine, azithromycin, capreomycin, caspofungin, clarithromycin, clindamycin, doxycycline, erythromycin (used to manage infections) antivirals Ex. valacyclovir, valganciclovir, ganciclovir, tenofovir, cidofovir (used to manage viral infections) albendazole (used to manage parasitic infections) dapsone, isoniazid (used to manage mycobacterial infections) antifungals Ex. fluconazole, itraconazole B. Drug - Food interaction: NA Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are agitation, coma, seizures, lethargy etc. SYNOPSIS Drug : Acyclovir Pharmacological Category : Antivirals Therapeutic Indication : Chickenpox, shingles, herpes simplex virus Dosage Forms : Tablet, Suspension, Syrup, Infusion, Injection, Cream, Ointment, Eye- ointment MORE INFORMATION Keep OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET out of the sight and reach from children Store OCUVIR SR 1.2GM TABLET below 25°C
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Last Updated
20 Oct 2022