OCUVIR 1200MG TABLET SR
Prescription RequiredPrimarily used for
Potentiallyunsafewith
Driving
Kidney
₹176
₹58.67/tablet sr
3 tablet sr in 1 strip
1 Strip
Substitutes for OCUVIR
No substitutes found for this medicine
Medicine Overview of OCUVIR TABLET SR
Uses of OCUVIR TABLET SR
Ocuvir 1200mg tablet sr is used in the treatment of herpes labialis, genital herpes infection, chickenpox and herpes zoster.
Side effects of OCUVIR TABLET SR
Common
Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Fatigue, Diarrhoea, Abdominal pain, Skin rash, Fever.
How to use OCUVIR TABLET SR
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. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Ocuvir 1200mg tablet sr at a fixed time.
How OCUVIR TABLET SR works
Ocuvir 1200mg tablet sr is an antiviral drug. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in human cells. Thus stops the virus from producing new viruses.
In Depth Information on OCUVIR TABLET SR
Expert advice for OCUVIR TABLET SR
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
- Drink plenty of water while on treatment with Acyclovir. This helps to prevent kidney stone and kidney damage.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. A dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters. If you're taking Acyclovir for herpes, you should use barrier methods (condoms) when you're having sex since you can still pass it on to other people, even if you're taking the medication.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Warnings
Special precautions for OCUVIR 1200MG TABLET SR
Alcohol
SAFE
It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Ocuvir 1200mg tablet sr.
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE
Ocuvir 1200mg tablet sr is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION
Caution should be used in patients with renal impairment.
Liver
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Severely interacts with other drugs like
TENOF 300MG TABLET, VALTEN 300MG TABLET, TELBIHEP 600MG TABLET, ZILION 300MG TABLET
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of Acyclovir, 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.
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for OCUVIR 1200MG TABLET SR
Frequently asked questions for Acyclovir
Q. Is dydrogesterone same as progesterone?
No. Dydrogesterone is an artificially synthesized drug which is very similar to the naturally produced female hormone progesterone. Its action in the body is closely related to progesterone
Q. Is dydrogesterone safe?
Yes. Dydrogesterone is safe if used at the prescribed does for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is dydrogesterone banned in USA?
No dydrogesterone is not banned by the US FDA (US- Food and Drug Administration)
Q. Is dydrogesterone a steroid?
Yes. Dydrogesterone has steroidal chemical structure which is very similar to the naturally produced steroidal female hormone progesterone
Q. Dydrogesterone is used for?
Dydrogesterone is used to treat conditions associated with low levels of female hormone progesterone. It may also be used in combination with estrogen drugs as a hormone replacement therapy in females at menopause (the time in a woman's life when her menstrual periods stop)
Q. Does dydrogesterone delay periods?
Yes. Delayed, irregular, painful and heavy menstrual periods are among the common side effects of dydrogesterone
Q. How does dydrogesterone work?
Dydrogesterone works by replacing female hormone progesterone in conditions where the body fails to produce sufficient amounts.
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