Virovib 400mg Tablet DT

Description

Virovib 400mg Tablet DT 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. Virovib 400mg Tablet DT 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.

Introduction

In Herpes Simplex Virus Infections Virovib 400mg Tablet DT is an antiviral medicine. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus in the body. It will not cure herpes and neither it prevents passing on the infection to others. However, it can speed up healing of the sores and decrease the symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning, itching. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit. In Chickenpox Virovib 400mg Tablet DT is used for the treatment of chickenpox. It is most effective if it is started within 24 to 48 hours after the onset of the rash. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most of it. However, chickenpox is highly contagious. You can help prevent the spread of chickenpox by practicing good hygiene and washing your hands frequently. Reduce your exposure to people who have chickenpox. If you already have chickenpox, stay at home until all of your blisters have dried and crusted over. 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. Virovib 400mg Tablet DT can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores. In Shingles Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. Virovib 400mg Tablet DT can shorten the length and severity of shingles. 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 shingles. Maintaining good hygiene is another way of preventing shingles. 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. Virovib 400mg Tablet DT helps in treating the symptoms effectively and also prevents multiplication of the infection causing virus.

Benefits

Virovib 400mg Tablet DT 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. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Virovib 400mg Tablet DT 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 Virovib 400mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Virovib 400mg Tablet DT 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 - Virovib 400mg Tablet DT 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 : SAFE - Virovib 400mg Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Virovib 400mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Virovib 400mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor. It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine. - Liver : CAUTION - Virovib 400mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Virovib 400mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.