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Valcivir 500mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Valacyclovir
Manufacturer : CIPLA LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
3 Tablet(s) In A Strip
Introduction to Valcivir 500mg Tablet
Valcivir 500mg Tablet consists of Valacyclovir as its active constituent. It is an antiviral agent that works against Herpes simplex, Varicella zoster, and Cytomegalovirus. Herpes virus is associated with causing a cold sore that produces painful ulcers around the mouth. Shingles infection causes blisters over the skin. Cytomegalovirus infection causes flu-like symptoms along with skin rashes and swollen lymph glands.
Do not consume this medicine if you are allergic to Acyclovir or Valcivir 500mg Tablet and its other ingredients. Before starting the treatment, inform your physician if you have a liver or kidney condition because dose adjustment is needed in such a condition. Notify your doctor if you are above the age of 65 years or have a weakened immune system.
Do not continue taking Valcivir 500mg Tablet if you experience any rashes with fever, inflammation of lymph nodes, higher levels of liver enzymes, and eosinophilia (increased WBC count). While taking this tablet daily, it is advised to have safe sex to prevent the spread of genital herpes infection to your partner.
Uses of Valcivir 500mg Tablet
Valcivir 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of the following:
- Shingles, Herpes infection of the skin, eyes, and genitals.
- Cytomegalovirus in organ transplant patients.
- Prevent infection relapse.
- Prevent cold sore.
Therapeutic Effects of Valcivir 500mg Tablet
Valcivir 500mg Tablet is a prodrug that gets converted into a substance called acyclovir. Acyclovir blocks an important enzyme that the virus needs for replication. By restricting the replication of the virus, Valcivir 500mg Tablet helps to control and reduce the symptoms of herpes, such as painful sores or blisters.
Interaction of Valcivir 500mg 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 Valcivir 500mg Tablet and can cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Valcivir 500mg Tablet
- Keep Valcivir 500mg Tablet out of sight and reach of children.
- Do not store above 30°C.
- Do not freeze.
- Drink plenty of water to keep hydrated.
How to consume Valcivir 500mg Tablet
Take the Valcivir 500mg Tablet as your physician advises. 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 Valcivir 500mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Valcivir 500mg Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women unless the doctor suggests it. Do not consume this medicine without your doctor’s advice. Before starting the treatment, you should talk with your doctor about whether taking this medicine during pregnancy is safe or unsafe.
Breast Feeding
Valcivir 500mg Tablet is not recommended for breastfeeding women unless the doctor suggests it. Do not consume this medicine without your doctor’s advice. Before starting the treatment, you should talk with your doctor about whether taking this medicine during breastfeeding is safe or unsafe.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Valcivir 500mg Tablet is safe for 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.
Liver
Inform your physician if you have liver problems because Valcivir 500mg Tablet should be used cautiously with a liver condition. However, consult your doctor for the dose adjustment.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol while taking Valcivir 500mg Tablet. Please speak with your physician.
Driving
Driving while taking Valcivir 500mg Tablet may impair your ability to concentrate by causing tiredness and drowsiness.
Side Effects of Valcivir 500mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Anaphylaxis (life-threatening allergic reaction)
- Swelling of the lips, face, neck, and throat
- Angioedema (difficulty in breathing)
- Collapse in blood pressure
- Skin rashes (with or without blisters) or itchy
- Oedema
- DRESS (Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms) syndrome
- Fever, flu
Common
- Sickness
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Photosensitivity (skin reaction after exposure to sunlight)
Word of Advice
Kidney patients should cautiously get injected with Valcivir 500mg Tablet. Dose adjustments will be suggested to child and kidney patients. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Consuming plenty of water or fluid throughout the day while on the treatment with tablets is advised to avoid side effects that affect the nervous system and kidneys. Discuss with your doctor if you have undergone organ transplantation before commencing the treatment with Valcivir 500mg Tablet is advised. Avoid having sex if you have genital sores or blisters.
FAQs
Q 1. Can Valcivir 500mg Tablet cause skin problems?
One of the common side effects of Valcivir 500mg Tablet is skin rash and itching. Contact your doctor if you experience any skin problems, as this could be a life-threatening symptom.
Q 2. When should I discontinue the Valcivir 500mg Tablet?
Do not continue taking Valcivir 500mg Tablet if you experience any rashes with fever, inflammation of lymph nodes, higher levels of liver enzymes, and eosinophilia (increased WBC count). However, consult your doctor for more information regarding the treatment.
Q 3. Who is contraindicated to Valcivir 500mg Tablet?
Patients with liver and kidney disease, if you are 65 years or above, if you have a weakened immune system. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you come under any conditions.
Q 4. Why is it mandatory to use effective contraception during the treatment of Valcivir 500mg Tablet?
To avoid transmission of infection and unwanted pregnancy, it is advised to use effective contraception while taking Valcivir 500mg Tablet.
Q 5. How can I manage the common side effects of Valcivir 500mg Tablet?
If you experience any common side effects while taking Valcivir 500mg Tablet, it is advised to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Your physician may also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to help manage side effects.
Fact Box of Valcivir 500mg Tablet
Molecule name: Valacyclovir | Therapeutic class: Antiviral |
Pharmacological class: Antiviral | Indications: 1. Shingles, Herpes infection of the skin, eyes, and genitals. 2.Cytomegalovirus in organ transplant patients. 3. Prevent infection relapse. 4. Prevent cold sore. |
References
- Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Antiviral agents (Nonretroviral), 12th edition, 2011, 1594.
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Antiviral drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 799.
- Ranbaxy (UK) Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [ Revised on Nov 2022], [Accessed on 18th May 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4349.pdf
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