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Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

by Cipla Ltd
Acyclovir (200mg)

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Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

Introduction to Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

ACYCLOVIR is a member of a class of antiviral drugs used to treat viral infections, including genital herpes, a common sexually transmitted disease characterized by genital pain and sores, cold sores, an inflamed blister in or near the mouth, and herpes zoster, a viral infection that causes a painful rash.

Safety Advice for Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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If alcohol is used simultaneously with ACYCLOVIR, there is no documented adverse effect. However, consuming alcohol while taking ACYCLOVIR may harm your liver. Thus, it is best to avoid drinking alcohol while using ACYCLOVIR.

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The effects of ACYCLOVIR on expectant mothers and fetuses are unknown. As a result, using ACYCLOVIR should only be done as directed by a doctor and under close observation.

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It is unknown if ACYCLOVIR is safe for nursing mothers. For this reason, ACYCLOVIR should only be taken as directed by a physician and under close medical observation.

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It use with caution in kidney disease; consult your doctor.

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It use with caution in liver disease; consult your doctor.

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ACYCLOVIR may have an impact on coordination and attentiveness. Therefore, using machinery that demands focus should be avoided.

How Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s works

Synthetic nucleoside analogs are a class of antiviral drugs that include acyclovir. It functions by preventing the herpes virus from spreading throughout the body. Acyclovir may not prevent genital herpes from spreading to other people and won't treat genital herpes.

How To Use Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • It should be swallowed whole with water; do not chew, break, or crush it.
  • Before using, read the directions on the label.

Special Precautions About Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • If you have any allergy to the content of medicine, inform your doctor.
  • Consult your doctor before stopping the medication.

Benefits Of Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Viral diseases such as herpes zoster, vaginal herpes, and cold sores are treated with ACYCLOVIR.
  • It is also used to treat chickenpox in addition to this.

Side Effects Of Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

Similar Medicine Of Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

What If I Missed A Dose Of Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

  • Use the medicine as you remember to take.
  • If the next dose is near then Skip the missed Dose.
  • Do not double up for the missed Dose.
  • If you miss doses frequently then consult your Doctor.

Health And Lifestyle

For a quick recovery, eat a well-balanced diet and get at least 8 hours of sleep per day. It is known that getting adequate vitamin D and spending time outside can help with herpes infection symptoms. Include foods and beverages high in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids in your regular diet. Low-fat cooking oils such as coconut oil, canola oil, olive oil, and soybean oil can also be used. When taking ACYCLOVIR, stay away from alcoholic beverages since they may dehydrate you and interfere with your sleep.

Drug Interaction

  • Sulfonamide (Probenecid)
  • H2 blockers (Cimetidine)

Drug Food Interaction

Disease Explanation

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Herpes zoster (shingles): This is a virus that causes red skin rashes, discomfort, and a burning feeling in the affected area. Before generating herpes, the virus remains in the nervous system for years. It can show up on one side of the body, the neck, the torso, and the face. Chicken pox is a highly contagious viral infection. Rash, tiny, stinging blisters, fever, sore throat, and bodily ache are typical symptoms.

FAQ's on Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

Is hair loss caused due to Acivir permanent?

Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Acivir. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.

What is a DT?

DT means "Shaking from alcohol withdrawl (from "delirium tremens")".

Does Acivir prevent transmission of infection to others?

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Acivir. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.

What is aciclovir 200mg tablets used for?

Aciclovir Tablets are indicated for the treatment of varicella (chickenpox) and herpes zoster (shingles) infections. Treatment of herpes simplex infections: 200 mg Aciclovir should be taken five times daily at approximately four hourly intervals omitting the night time dose.

What is Pirox DT used for?

Pirox DT Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain in conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It helps relieve pain and swelling in the joints and muscles.

How do you take DT tablets?

You have been prescribed Ketorol-DT Tablet to relieve pain and inflammation. Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach. Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.

What is DT in tablets?

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What is the use of Dolonex DT tablet?

Dolonex DT tablet is used to treat painful joints, pain from bones, back pain, neck pain or muscular pain in long-standing diseases of the bones and muscles like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, cervical spondylitis and other musculoskeletal disorder....

What is Acivir cream used for?

Acivir Cream is an antiviral medicine which helps in treating skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus such as herpes labialis. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in skin cells and therefore helps in clearing the skin infection.

Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Acivir?

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Acivir. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking Acivir, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.

Can I get resistant to Acivir treatment?

Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Acivir. If you are not responding to Acivir, possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

Will I get cured after taking Acivir for shingles?

Acivir is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.

Is Ketorol DT harmful?

A: Ketorol-DT tablet should not be taken for more than 5 days as it may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and cause damage to the kidneys.

What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Acivir accidentally?

Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Acivir over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

What are the serious side effects of Acivir?

Serious side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.

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Himani sharma

Msc in Food science & Nutrition

Content Updated on

Friday, 2 August, 2024

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Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

by Cipla Ltd
Acyclovir (200mg)

₹85₹77

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Acivir 200mg Tablet DT 10s

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