Valcivir 500mg Tablet 3'S

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Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Valacyclovir 500 mg

Manufacturer

Cipla Ltd

Variant

3 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET contains Valaciclovir, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antivirals. It is used in the management of shingles. It is also used to manage infections of the skin and mucous membranes (including the genital area) caused by the herpes simplex virus. It is also used to manage cytomegalovirus infection and disease following organ transplantation. Shingles are a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus that is generally characterised by symptoms such as a red rash, pain, burning or tingling sensations, itching and/or fluid-filled blisters in affected individuals. Herpes simplex is a viral infection generally characterised by symptoms such as cold sores (around the lips, mouth and tongue), tingling, itching or burning sensations and/or pain while urinating. Cytomegalovirus infection is a type of viral infection that ca

Uses

sores and chicken pox similar to the herpes virus in infected individuals, affecting people of all ages. VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients who are allergic to valaciclovir and/or acyclovir. Before taking VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have anaemia or other blood disorders, HIV infection, have undergone organ transplantation, have kidney disease or have liver disease. VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET should only be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women if necessary. VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in infants (aged below 3 months). The most common

How It Works

VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET works by stopping the multiplication of the causative virus which also reduces the length and severity of the infection thus managing the disease and managing the occurrence of symptoms associated with the disease in affected individuals.

Directions for Use

Take VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine 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. Do not stop taking VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop.

Side Effects

taking VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET are headache, nausea and/or gastrointestinal disturbances (such as constipation, irritable bowel syndrome and bloating). Consult your doctor if any of your symptoms worsen. USES OF VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET Manage shingles infection Manage herpes simplex viral infection Prevents cytomegalovirus infection and disease following organ transplantation in affected individuals HOW VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET WORKSVALCIVIR 500MG TABLET works by stopping the multiplication of the causative virus which also reduces the length and severity of the infection thus managing the disease and managing the occurrence of symptoms associated with the disease in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine 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. Do not stop taking VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET unless your doctor advises you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF VALCIVIR 500MG TABLETCOMMON headache nausea gastrointestinal disturbances such as constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, bloating and diarrhoea UNCOMMON dizziness RAREStop taking VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: unusual bleeding/bruising swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing fever severe chills dizziness, confusion, hallucinations, drowsiness agitation, seizures, difficulty speaking, impaired consciousness, impaired mental condition tremor, movement disorders memory loss sore throat, mouth ulcers

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYVALCIVIR 500MG TABLET should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy only if it is necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGVALCIVIR 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines which take VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET since it may cause dizziness, headache, confusion, hallucinations and/or decreased consciousness. KIDNEYVALCIVIR 500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERVALCIVIR 500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to Valaciclovir, acyclovir and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore taking VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have anemia/other blood disorders have HIV infection have undergone organ transplantation are going to have any surgery are going to any blood tests Use in Paediatrics: VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in infants (aged below 3 months). It should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 3 months to 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Use in Geriatrics: VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: mycophenolate mofetil, tacrolimus, ciclosporin (immunosuppressant medicines used to manage organ rejection in transplant patients) aminoglycosides (a medicine used in the management of severe infections of the abdomen and urinary tract) organoplatinum compounds (medicines used in the therapy of cancers of the testes, ovaries, head & neck) Ex. quinolone, chloride Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include confusion, hallucinations, agitation, reduced consciousness, nausea, vomiting and/or kidney failure. SYNOPSIS Drug : Valacyclovir Pharmacological Category : Nucleoside analogue Therapeutic Indication : Shingles, Herpes, Cytomegalovirus infection Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET out of reach from children Store below 25°C

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Last Updated

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