Zovirax 400 Tablet
Manufacturer:
glaxo smithkline pharmaceuticals ltd
Salt Composition: Acyclovir (400mg)
Action Class: Antiviral Agents (Non-HIV)
Uses
Herpes labialis
Genital herpes infection
Chickenpox
Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
Eye infections by Herpes simplex virus
Shingles
Genital herpes infection
Chickenpox
Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
Eye infections by Herpes simplex virus
Shingles
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- SKU: zovirax-400-tablet-40930
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Product Description
Zovirax 400 Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection. Zovirax 400 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.Some side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Key Benefits
Explore the benefits of Zovirax 400 Tablet. Use as directed by your physician or as described in the instructions.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Vomiting
Rash
Nausea
Dry skin
Burning sensation
General discomfort
Itching
Urticaria
Inflammation of vein
Dry lips
Skin peeling
Common Side Effects :
Vomiting
Rash
Nausea
Dry skin
Burning sensation
General discomfort
Itching
Urticaria
Inflammation of vein
Dry lips
Skin peeling
How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zovirax 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How It Works
Zovirax 400 Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
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Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zovirax 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Zovirax 400 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Zovirax 400 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
Zovirax 400 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:
Zovirax 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zovirax 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine.
Liver:
Zovirax 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zovirax 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zovirax 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Zovirax 400 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Zovirax 400 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
Zovirax 400 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:
Zovirax 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zovirax 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine.
Liver:
Zovirax 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zovirax 400 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
If you have genital herpes, use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
If you have genital herpes, use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Zovirax 400 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
