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Acivir 800 DT Tablet 5s

by Cipla Ltd
Acyclovir (800mg)

₹211₹190

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Acivir 800 DT Tablet 5s

Introduction to Acivir 800 DT Tablet 5s

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 800 DT Tablet 5s

  • 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 800 DT Tablet 5s 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 800 DT Tablet 5s

  • 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 800 DT Tablet 5s

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

Benefits Of Acivir 800 DT Tablet 5s

  • 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 800 DT Tablet 5s

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Acivir 800 DT Tablet 5s

  • 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 800 DT Tablet 5s

Is acyclovir bad for your kidneys?

Acute kidney injury is an unfortunate complication of acyclovir therapy secondary to crystal-induced nephropathy. It is characterized by a decrease in renal function that develops within 24–48 hours of acyclovir administration indicated by a rapid rise in the serum creatinine.

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.

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.

Is hair loss caused due to Acivir permanent?

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

Do antivirals weaken immune system?

Whereas AZT, ribavirin, or ganciclovir were antiproliferative, ddI or acyclovir had little, if any, effect on PBMC mitogenesis. The inhibitory effects of antivirals on immune cells may contribute to the immune deterioration observed in patients following prolonged use of the drugs.

What is aciclovir 800mg tablets used for?

Aciclovir tablets can be used mainly for the treatment of non-severe skin and mucous membranes herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections. Your childs doctor will recommend IV aciclovir for the treatment of neonatal HSV and severe HSV infection, if your childs immune system is not working properly.

How do you take Acivir 800 DT?

For treatment of herpes zoster infections, 800 mg ACIVIR DT should be taken five times daily at approximately 4-hourly intervals, omitting the night-time dose. Treatment should continue for 7 days. Dosing should begin as early as possible after the start of an infection.

How many acyclovir 800 mg should I take?

The usual dose is one 800 mg tablet taken five times a day • You should space your dose by at least four hours •Suggested times are: 7am, 11am, 3pm, 7pm and 11pm • You should take Aciclovir 800 mg Tablets for seven days.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Himani sharma

Msc in Food science & Nutrition

Content Updated on

Friday, 2 August, 2024

Prescription Required

Acivir 800 DT Tablet 5s

by Cipla Ltd
Acyclovir (800mg)

₹211₹190

10% off
Acivir 800 DT Tablet 5s

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