Valcivir 1000 Tablet

Description

Valcivir 1000 Tablet is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of herpes labialis, genital herpes infection, and herpes zoster infections. It prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells and clears up the infection. Valcivir 1000 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. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage. Valcivir 1000 Tablet may cause a few common side effects like headache, nausea, and stomach pain. Inform your doctor if these bother you or persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Introduction

In Herpes labialis Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip. Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores. The first attack may also be accompanied by fever, sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes. Valcivir 1000 Tablet can speed up the healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores. In Genital herpes infection Genital herpes infection is a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores. It can affect both men and women. Symptoms include pain, itching, and irritation. Valcivir 1000 Tablet helps in treating the symptoms effectively and also prevents the multiplication of the infection-causing virus. In Herpes zoster Herpes zoster infection is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. Valcivir 1000 Tablet can shorten the length and severity of the infection. It is most effective if you start taking it as soon as possible after the rash appears. Keeping the immune system healthy is the best way to prevent it. Maintaining good hygiene is another way of preventing herpes zoster infection.

Benefits

Valcivir 1000 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.

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. Valcivir 1000 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Valcivir 1000 Tablet. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Valcivir 1000 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Valcivir 1000 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Valcivir 1000 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : CAUTION - Valcivir 1000 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valcivir 1000 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine to lower the side effects on the kidney. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Valcivir 1000 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Valcivir 1000 Tablet is recommended.