Acilowir 400mg Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Acyclovir (400mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Nucleoside analog |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
Action Class | Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs |
User Rating | 4.4 |
User Reviews | 406 |
FAQ
Acilowir 400mg Tablet Reviews
Acilowir 400mg 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.
How Acilowir 400mg Tablet Works
How to Use Acilowir 400mg Tablet
Benefits of Acilowir 400mg Tablet
- In Herpes Simplex Virus Infections: Acilowir 400mg 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 Shingles: Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. Acilowir 400mg 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 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. Acilowir 400mg can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores.
- In Chickenpox: Acilowir 400mg 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 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. Acilowir 400mg helps in treating the symptoms effectively and also prevents multiplication of the infection causing virus.
Uses of Acilowir 400mg Tablet
- Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
- Chickenpox
- Herpes labialis
- Shingles
- Genital herpes infection
Acilowir 400mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- If you have genital herpes, use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present.
- Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
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