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FAVTRIS 800MG TABLET_1
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Favtris 800mg Tablet

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Salt Composition : Favipiravir

Manufacturer : MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD

Origin of Medicine : India

MRP: ₹1600
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Introduction to Favtris 800mg Tablet

Favtris 800mg tablet is an Antiviral drug with an active ingredient called Favipiravir. It belongs to the medication class known as Pyrazinecarboxamide derivative.  It is used to treat influenza and other viral infections, including Covid-19. It is not recommended for those younger than 18 years. Do not consume this medicine if allergic to Favipiravir and its other ingredients. Inform your physician if you have liver disease or kidney condition. Inform your physician if you have abnormalities in uric acid metabolism (gout, hyperuricemia, etc). Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding. In men, this medicine can pass into semen, so use effective contraception during and after seven days of the last dose. Discuss with your doctor for more fertility concerns. Before starting with Favtris 800mg, notify your doctor if you consume any other medicine.

Uses of Favtris 800mg Tablet

  1. Viral infections such as influenza.
  2. Mild to moderate COVID-19 disease

Therapeutic Effects of Favtris 800mg Tablet

Favtris 800mg tablet metabolizes to ribosyl triphosphate and converts into its active form called Favipiravir-RTP, and it works by inhibiting the activity of the enzyme  (RNA polymerase) that is necessary for viral replication. It works by stopping the replication of the infection-causing virus in the body.

Interaction of Favtris 800mg Tablet with other drugs

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Favtris 800mg and can cause undesirable side effects. 

More Information about Favtris 800mg Tablet

  • Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children
  • Store protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.

How to consume Favtris 800mg Tablet

Take Favtris 800mg as advised by your physician. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.

Safety Advices for Favtris 800mg Tablet

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Pregnancy

  

Favtris 800mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. Report to your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning for the pregnancy before starting the treatment.

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Breast Feeding

  

Taking Favtris 800mg while breastfeeding may be unsafe because it may affect the child. Do not breastfeed while taking this medicine. Therefore, talk with your doctor to get more information.

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Lungs

  

It is unknown whether Favtris 800mg is safe to administer in patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.

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Liver

  

Inform your physician if you have liver problems because Favtris 800mg should be used cautiously with a liver condition.

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Alcohol

  

It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking Favtris 800mg tablet is safe. Please speak with your physician.

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Driving

  

While taking Favtris 800mg, driving or using machines may be unsafe. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any side effects. 

Side Effects of Favtris 800mg Tablet

Side Effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

  • Allergic reactions
  • Increased blood uric acid levels
  • Abnormal behavior
  • Jaundice
  • Shock
  • Pneumonia
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • Thrombocytopaenia
  • Liver problems
  • Kidney injury
  • Psychiatric symptoms (disturbance of consciousness, delirium, hallucinations, delusions, convulsions, etc.)

Common

  • Diarrhea 
  • Increased uric acid level in blood
  • Fatigue 
  • Dizziness

Word of Advice

Discuss effective contraception methods with your doctor, along with fertility concerns.  Do not stop the medicine until your doctor advises. Before consuming Favtris 800mg tablet, notify your doctor if you have problem with kidney.  Notify your doctor if you experience any serious side effects. You are doctor may change your dose or stop the treatment. This medicine is not recommended for children or adolescents. 

FAQs

Q 1. Why is it mandatory to use effective contraception during the treatment of Favtris 800mg?

To avoid unwanted pregnancy, it is advised to use effective contraception while taking Favtris 800mg. In men, there is the possibility of the drugs getting absorbed in the semen. So it is better to discuss effective contraception with your doctor and use it accordingly.

Q 2. How can I manage diarrhea while taking Favtris 800mg?

If you experience diarrhea while taking Favtris 800mg, it is important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Your doctor may also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to help manage your diarrhea. If your diarrhea is severe or persistent, you should contact your doctor.

Q 3. Is Favtris 800mg an antiviral drug?

Yes, Favtris 800mg is an antiviral drug belonging to the Pyrazinecarboxamide derivatives group.

Q 4. What are the common side effects of Favtris 800mg?

Favtris 800mg's most common side effects are diarrhea, increased uric acid level, fatigue, and dizziness.

Q 5. Who should not take Favtris 800mg?

Favtris 800mg is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women or children. It should also be used cautiously in patients with kidney or liver disease and if you have a past with gout condition.

Fact Box of Favtris 800mg Tablet

Fact box: 

Molecule Name: Favipiravir 

Therapeutic class: Anti-viral

Pharmacological class: Pyrazinecarboxamide derivatives

Indications: 

1. Viral infections such as influenza.

2. Mild to moderate COVID-19 disease

References

  1. 2. U Agrawal et al, Favipiravir: A new and emerging antiviral option in Covid 19, [Revised on 2020] [Accessed on 09th Apr 2023], https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7467067/pdf/main.pdf
  2. Ghasemnejad-Berenji M, Pashapour S. Favipiravir and COVID-19: A. Drug Res, 2021, 71: 166–170 [Accessed on 09th Apr 2023],  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8043595/pdf/10-1055-a-1296-7935.pdf
  3. Y Furuta, Favipiravir (T-705), a broad-spectrum inhibitor of viral RNA Polymerase, Proc Jpn Acad Ser B Phys Biol Sci, 2017, 93(7):449-463 [Accessed on 09th Apr 2023], https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28769016/
  4. Ciplamed, [Revised on 27th Nov 2020] [Accessed on 09th Apr 2023], https://www.ciplamed.com/content/ciplenza-tablets

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