



Valstead 450mg Tablet
Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 14 Apr 2026 | 04:20 PM (IST)

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Product introduction
Valstead 450mg Tablet 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 should be taken with food. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine, as it helps prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
Valstead 450mg Tablet may cause a few common side effects like diarrhea, vomiting, anemia, low white blood cells, low platelet levels, insomnia, and vomiting. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
Before you start Valstead 450mg Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medications you are taking, as some medicines may interact with Valstead 450mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Uses of Valstead Tablet
- Herpes labialis
- Treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection
- Genital herpes infection
- Chickenpox
- Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
- Eye infections by Herpes simplex virus
- Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
Benefits of Valstead Tablet
Cytomegalovirus infection is a common virus infection which may have no symptoms at all or may have symptoms like fever and fatigue. Severe infection may show symptoms involving the eyes, brain, or other internal organs. This virus is spread through sexual and nonsexual contact with body secretions in people who are immunocompromised or those who have undergone any transplant. Valstead 450mg Tablet helps to prevent multiplication of the infection causing virus and treats the infection. Keep taking it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Valstead Tablet
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Tremors
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Low blood platelets
- Headache
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Vomiting
- Urinary tract infection
How to use Valstead Tablet
How Valstead Tablet works
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Quick tips
- Take Valstead 450mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor to effectively control CMV retinitis and prevent the worsening of the infection.
- Regular blood tests may be required to monitor your blood cell counts, as Valstead 450mg Tablet can cause low white blood cells (leukopenia) and low platelets (thrombocytopenia).
- Inform your doctor if you experience unusual bleeding, persistent fever, vision changes, or severe fatigue, as these may indicate serious side effects.
- Use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 90 days after stopping the medication, as Valstead 450mg Tablet may cause birth defects.
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References
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- Safrin S. Antiviral Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 852.
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Marketer details
Address: Steadfast MediShield Pvt. Ltd, Plot # 330, Functional Industrial Estate, Patparganj, Delhi - 110 092
Vendor Details
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Valstead 450mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Lab tests offered by us
- CBC (Complete Blood Count)
- FBS (Fasting Blood Sugar)
- Thyroid Profile Total (T3, T4 & TSH)
- HbA1c (Glycosylated Hemoglobin)
- PPBS (Postprandial Blood Sugar)
- Lipid Profile
- Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy)
- Urine R/M (Urine Routine & Microscopy)
- Coronavirus Covid -19 test- RT PCR
- LFT (Liver Function Test)
- KFT (Kidney Function Test)
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) Ultrasensitive
- ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)
- Uric Acid, Serum
- Vitamin B12
- CRP (C-Reactive Protein), Quantitative
- Urine C/S (Urine Culture and Sensitivity)
- Serum Electrolytes
- Serum Calcium
- Serum Creatinine
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- KFT with Electrolytes (Kidney Function Test with Electrolytes)
- Cholesterol - Total
- Hb (Hemoglobin)
- Complete Hemogram (CBC & ESR)














