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Ovir 250mg Injection

Name: Ovir 250mg Injection
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Introduction to Ovir 250mg Injection

Ovir 250mg Injection helps to treat several viral infections like shingles, herpes infections, and chicken pox. It prevents the viruses from multiplication in human cells and therefore helps to clear out the infection.

The medicine is infused intravenously over 1 hour and it is infused slowly to protect kidneys from getting damaged.
One should prefer to stay hydrated while on treatment with Acivir IV injection as it helps to prevent kidney damage and dehydration.
It is advised to consult a doctor if side effects persist for a long period.

Safety Advice for Ovir 250mg Injection

Moderate risk
High risk
Safe

Liver patients should use Acivir IV 25mg Injection very cautiously; Dose adjustment may be required, doctor's consultation is very important.

Kidney patients should use Acivir IV 25mg Injection very cautiously; Dose adjustment may be required, doctor's consultation is very important. If you are taking this medicine, always remain hydrated because the presence of excess water in the body prevents toxicity.

There is no information available yet on whether drinking alcohol along with Acivir IV 25mg Injection causes any harmful interactions; But if you are alcohol addictive then it is better to take doctor's advice.

You can drive after taking this drug as this drug does not seem to impair the driing ability.

Acivir IV 25mg Injection has been considered safe to use during pregnancy. Although animal studies have been conducted, the drug has not shown any effect on the developing baby, although human studies have been very limited.

If you are breastfeeding, you can take Acivir IV 25mg Injection because this drug is completely safe and does not pass through the milk to the baby.

How Ovir 250mg Injection works

Ovir 250mg Injection is an antiviral medication that acts by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells. The medicine interferes with the generation of new viruses and clears up your infection.

How To Use Ovir 250mg Injection

Self administration of this drug is strictly prohibited.
This drug will be adminsitered by the doctor or nurse.

Special Precautions About Ovir 250mg Injection

Regular monitoring of kidney functions are vital, especially in patients already suffering or have a medical history of kidney disease.
Regular monitoring of liver functions and blood counts are vital.

Benefits Of Ovir 250mg Injection

Slows the growth and spread of the infection.
Medicine is helpful in shorten the life span of viruses.
Speed up the healing and prevent recurrence of the sores.
Prevent multiplication of the infection and treat symptoms effectively.

Side Effects Of Ovir 250mg Injection

vomiting
nausea
increased liver enzymes
Injection site reactions like swelling and pain along with some redness

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Ovir 250mg Injection

If you missed a dose of Ovir 250mg Injection; a doctor's consultation is required.

Health And Lifestyle

Drink a lenty of fluids to stay hydrated as it will complement your immune system, eating balanced diet rich in carbohydrates, lean proteins including fruits and green vegetables will boost your immunity. Take proper rest, and maintain a good hand hygiene by avoid touching infected areas. Avoid scratching the affected area, wear loose clothes, avoid triggers that may acuse outbreaks, take cool baths, and practice stress reducing activities like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing practices.

Drug Interaction

Respiratory drugs- theophylline
Anti-depressants- lithium
Immunosuppressants- ciclosporin, mycophenolate mofetil
Anti-ulcers- cimetidine
Gout medicines- probenecid
Painkillers- ibuprofen, naproxen

Drug Food Interaction

No Drug-Food Interactions Found

Disease Explanation

Herpes labialis- is a viral infection characterized by cold sore all around the lips and mouth. Herpes simplex virus infections- is a viral infection caused by Herpes Simplex Virus-1 (HSV-1) or HSV-2, lead to develop sores around the mouth or genital organs, body aches, and fever. Shingles- refers to the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus due to which painful rashes and blisters typically on one side of the body. Genital herpes infection- is a viral infection primarily caused primarily by HSV-2 or sometimes by HSV-1, due to which one may experience itching, painful sores at genital region, and flu-like symptoms. Chickenpox- a highly contagious viral infection caused by varicella-zoster virus, recognized by blister-like rashes, itching, fatigue, and fever.

FAQ's on Ovir 250mg Injection

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

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

Is hair loss caused due to Ovir permanent?

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

Will I get cured after taking Ovir for shingles?

Ovir 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 are the serious side effects of Ovir?

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 Ovir?

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Ovir. 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 Ovir, 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 Ovir treatment?

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

Does Ovir prevent transmission of infection to others?

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Ovir. 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.

Written By

Rakshita Garg

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 28 May, 2024

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