Valavir 500mg Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Cipla Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Valacyclovir (500mg) |
Salt Synonyms | Valaciclovir |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Nucleoside analog |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
Action Class | Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs |
User Rating | 4.5 |
User Reviews | 309 |
FAQ
Valavir 500mg Tablet Reviews
Valavir 500mg 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. 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.
It may lead to a few common side effects like headache, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, itching (pruritus), and abdominal pain. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
How Valavir 500mg Tablet Works
How to Use Valavir 500mg Tablet
Benefits of Valavir 500mg Tablet
- 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. Valavir 500mg 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. Valavir 500mg 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. Valavir 500mg 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.
Uses of Valavir 500mg Tablet
- Herpes zoster
- Herpes labialis
- Genital herpes infection
Valavir 500mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- 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.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
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