Pranovir 500mg Tablet

Inosine pranobex (500mg)

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Pranovir 500mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It is used for the treatment of mild to moderate coronavirus disease (COVID-19). It stops the virus from multiplying at the same time strengthens the body's immune response to viral infections.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 31 Jul 2026 | 01:05 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Inosine pranobex (500mg)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

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Product introduction

Take Pranovir 500mg Tablet only if prescribed by your doctor. Do not self-medicate. Take it in the exact dose and duration suggested by your doctor. Take it regularly and for as long as the doctor has prescribed. It is important to complete the full course, therefore do not stop taking it even if you feel better.

This medicine is generally safe and no serious side effects have been reported. However, if you experience any symptoms on taking the medicine, let your doctor know. They may help with the treatment or suggest ways to prevent them.

Before taking Pranovir 500mg Tablet, let the doctor know if you have any pre-existing medical conditions. To make sure it is safe for you, inform your doctor about all the other medications you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult with their doctors before taking this medicine.

Uses of Pranovir Tablet

Influenza (flu)
Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
Genital warts
Respiratory tract infection

Benefits of Pranovir Tablet

Influenza (flu)
Flu brings fever, body ache, cough, weakness, and sore throat, making daily tasks difficult. Pranovir 500mg Tablet improves your immune response to help your body fight the flu virus more efficiently. It may shorten the duration of symptoms, reduce their intensity, and support quicker recovery, helping you return to normal routine sooner.

Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
Herpes infections cause painful blisters, burning, and discomfort around the mouth or genitals. Pranovir 500mg Tablet helps your body fight the virus more effectively by strengthening immune activity, which reduces outbreak severity and helps the sores heal faster. With regular use, it may also lower the chances of recurrent flare-ups, helping you feel more comfortable and recover sooner.

Genital warts
Genital warts are caused by a viral infection that leads to small, persistent skin growths in intimate areas, often causing embarrassment and irritation. Pranovir 500mg Tablet supports the immune system in clearing the virus, helping reduce the size and number of warts over time. It promotes faster recovery, helps prevent new warts from forming, and improves overall comfort and confidence.

Respiratory tract infection
Respiratory infections affect the nose, throat, or lungs and can cause cough, congestion, fever, and breathing difficulty. Pranovir 500mg Tablet improves the body’s natural defense mechanisms, helping it combat the viral infection more effectively. It can reduce symptom severity, speed up recovery, and improve breathing comfort, supporting better overall health during illness.

Side effects of Pranovir Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pranovir

No common side effects seen

How to use Pranovir Tablet

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. Pranovir 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Pranovir Tablet works

Pranovir 500mg Tablet exhibits broad-spectrum antiviral properties. It also strengthens the body’s defense response to viral infections. It impacts the host’s immune system, by enhancing production and activity of certain immune cells, increasing levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, and thereby restoring deficient responses in immunosuppressed patients.

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Quick tips

You should not take Pranovir 500mg Tablet if you have a history of gout, increased blood uric acid level, kidney stone, or impaired kidney function.
Your doctor may suggest regular blood uric acid tests.
Stop taking Pranovir 500mg Tablet if you experience any allergic reaction.
You must inform your doctor if you are taking any anti gout medicine, diuretic or immunosuppressive medicines.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pranovir 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Pranovir 500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Pranovir 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Pranovir 500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Pranovir 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Pranovir 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What is Pranovir 500mg Tablet used for?

Pranovir 500mg Tablet is used to help the body fight mild to moderate COVID-19. It may also be used in certain rare brain infections like subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE).

How does Pranovir 500mg Tablet help during viral infections like COVID-19 or flu?

Pranovir 500mg Tablet helps strengthen your immune system so your body can fight off viral infections more effectively. It supports the body’s defense cells and helps reduce viral load, making recovery faster and reducing the severity of symptoms in infections such as COVID-19 or the flu.

Who should not take Pranovir 500mg Tablet?

Individuals should not take Pranovir 500mg Tablet if they are allergic to any of its ingredients, have gout, high uric acid levels, or kidney stones. Always inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems or a history of uric acid-related issues before starting this medicine.

Can Pranovir 500mg Tablet cause an increase in uric acid levels?

Yes, Pranovir 500mg Tablet may temporarily increase uric acid levels in the blood or urine. This effect is usually mild but can be important for people with gout or kidney issues. Your doctor may monitor your uric acid levels during treatment.

What serious side effects of Pranovir 500mg Tablet should I watch for?

Although they are rare, serious side effects of Pranovir 500mg Tablet may include allergic reactions like rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing. If you notice these symptoms, stop taking the medicine and seek medical help immediately. Other side effects like tiredness, joint pain, or digestive discomfort are usually mild and temporary.

Is Pranovir 500mg Tablet safe for long-term use?

Pranovir 500mg Tablet is usually taken for a short duration (about 10 days), but if used for longer periods, your doctor may monitor your liver, kidney, and uric acid levels. Prolonged use can rarely cause kidney or bile duct stones.

Can Pranovir 500mg Tablet be used to treat herpes infections?

Although Pranovir 500mg Tablet is primarily used to treat COVID-19, your doctor, in rare cases, can use Pranovir 500mg Tablet to manage herpes simplex virus infections, including cold sores and genital herpes. It helps your immune system control viral outbreaks and reduces the time it takes for sores to heal.

What precautions should I follow while taking Pranovir 500mg Tablet?

While taking Pranovir 500mg Tablet, you should drink plenty of water, and avoid foods high in purines (like red meat or seafood) to help keep uric acid levels under control. Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you have gout, kidney disease, or liver problems.

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Purine nucleosides

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Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Pranovir Tablet

Benefits of Pranovir Tablet

Side effects of Pranovir Tablet

How to use Pranovir Tablet

How Pranovir Tablet works

All substitutes for Pranovir 500mg Tablet

Isojol Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Pranovir 500mg Tablet used for?

How does Pranovir 500mg Tablet help during viral infections like COVID-19 or flu?

Who should not take Pranovir 500mg Tablet?

Can Pranovir 500mg Tablet cause an increase in uric acid levels?

What serious side effects of Pranovir 500mg Tablet should I watch for?

Is Pranovir 500mg Tablet safe for long-term use?

Can Pranovir 500mg Tablet be used to treat herpes infections?

What precautions should I follow while taking Pranovir 500mg Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Related lab tests

Human Papilloma Virus

Papanicolaou (PAP) Cytology

Varicella Zoster IgG

Varicella Zoster IgM

References

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