Virolfi 450mg Tablet 10'S

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Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Valganciclovir 450 mg

Manufacturer

Zydus Lifesciences Ltd

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

VIROLFI 450MG TABLET contains Valganciclovir which belongs to the group of medicines called Antiviral agents. It is used in adults (with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) to manage cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina of the eye which generally cause vision problems and blindness. VIROLFI 450MG TABLET is also used in adults and children to manage cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection who are not infected with CMV or who had received an organ transplant from someone who earlier had CMV infection. VIROLFI 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic (hypersensitive) to Valganciclovir, and/or Ganciclovir. Before taking VIROLFI 450MG TABLET, inform your doctor if are undergoing radiotherapy/hemodialysis, and/or suffer from low red blood cell, white blood cell or platelets, kidney/liver problems. VIROLFI 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless it is clearly necessary since it may cause harm to the unborn baby. It is also not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. VIROLFI 450MG TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above) after consulting the doctor. The most common

Uses

OF VIROLFI 450MG TABLET Manage cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina of the eye in adult patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Prevents cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection who are not infected with CMV or in patients who had received an organ transplant from someone who earlier had CMV infection

How It Works

VIROLFI 450MG TABLET works by managing the multiplication of virus in human cells by decreasing its growth which results in inhibition of production of new virus thus managing and managing the spread of infection to other parts of the body in affected individuals.

Directions for Use

Take VIROLFI 450MG 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 upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects

taking VIROLFI 450MG TABLET are oral thrush (fungal infection), headache, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens. USES OF VIROLFI 450MG TABLET Manage cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina of the eye in adult patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Prevents cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection who are not infected with CMV or in patients who had received an organ transplant from someone who earlier had CMV infection HOW VIROLFI 450MG TABLET WORKSVIROLFI 450MG TABLET works by managing the multiplication of virus in human cells by decreasing its growth which results in inhibition of production of new virus thus managing and managing the spread of infection to other parts of the body in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake VIROLFI 450MG 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 upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF VIROLFI 450MG TABLETCOMMON thrush & oral thrush (fungal infection) upper respiratory tract infection such as sinusitis, tonsillitis headache cough, shortness of breath abdominal pain, loss of appetite, nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss eczema (skin inflammation) tiredness, fever influenza signs of urine infection such as fever, passing urine more often, and/or pain (while passing urine) skin infection signs of mild allergic reaction such as red, itchy skin feeling depressed, anxious or confused trouble sleeping feeling numb/weak in hands/feet changes in sense of touch, tingling/tickling/pricking/burning sensation altered taste, chills eye inflammation/pain or sight problems ear pain signs of low blood pressure such as feeling dizzy/faint difficulty while swallowing constipation, wind, indigestion, stomach pain, swelling of abdomen mouth ulcers night sweats itching, rash hair loss back pain, muscle/joint pain, muscle spasms feeling dizzy, weak/generally unwell UNCOMMON feeling agitated tremor/shaking deafness irregular heartbeat red itchy welt, dry skin blood in urine chest pain RAREStop taking VIROLFI 450MG TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of allergic reaction (anaphylactic shock) such as raised, itchy skin rash, sudden swelling of throat, face, lips/mouth resulting in difficulty while swallowing/breathing, and/or sudden swelling of the hands, feet/ankles. signs of infection (due to low white blood cell count) such as sore throat, mouth ulcer, and/or fever signs of low red blood cell count such as shortness of breath, tiredness, palpitation, and/or pale skin signs of blood infection (sepsis) such as fever, chills, palpitation, confusion, and/or slurred speech signs of low platelet count such as bleeding/bruising, blood in urine/stools, and/or bleeding from gums severely low blood cell count pancreatitis (inflammation of pancreas) associated with severe stomach pain fits hallucinations abnormal thoughts/feelings, losing contact with reality failure of kidney function

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredVIROLFI 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless it is clearly necessary since it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraceptives during and after management with medicine (for 30 days) to manage accidental pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedVIROLFI 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive/operate machines if you feel dizzy, tired, shaky, and/or confused after taking VIROLFI 450MG TABLET. KIDNEYUse with CautionVIROLFI 450MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems, and in patients who had recently undergone kidney transplant. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVERUse with CautionVIROLFI 450MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems as there is no enough information on its use with regards to its safety and efficacy. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. ALLERGYContraindicatedVIROLFI 450MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic (hypersensitive) to Valganciclovir, and/or Ganciclovir. It should be used with caution in patients allergic to aciclovir, penciclovir, valaciclovir, and/or famciclovir. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. OTHERSBefore taking VIROLFI 450MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: suffer from low red blood cell, white blood cell or platelets. are undergoing radiotherapy/hemodialysis. Use in Pediatrics: VIROLFI 450MG TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Use in Geriatrics VIROLFI 450MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug Interactions Before taking VIROLFI 450MG TABLET, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine: imipenem-cilastatin (antibiotic medicine used to manage serious bacterial infections) zidovudine, didanosine, lamivudine, stavudine, tenofovir, abacavir, emtricitabine (medicines used to manage AIDS) adefovir (used to manage Hepatitis B) probenecid (used to manage gout) mycophenolate mofetil, ciclosporin, tacrolimus (used after organ transplantation) vincristine, vinblastine, doxorubicin, hydoxyurea (used to manage cancer) trimethoprim (used to manage urinary tract infections) dapsone (used to manage leprosy) pentamidine (used to manage parasite/lung infections) flucytosine, amphotericin B (medicines used to manage fungal infections). Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of VIROLFI 450MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital to manage overdose symptoms. SYNOPSIS Drug : Valganciclovir Pharmacological Category : Antiviral Agent Therapeutic Indication : Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina of eye (in adults with AIDS), Manages cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection (in patients with recently undergone organ transplantation) Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep VIROLFI 450MG TABLET out of reach of children. Store VIROLFI 450MG TABLET at room temperature

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Last Updated

30 Jan 2023

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