Letermovir
Information about Letermovir
Letermovir Uses
Letermovir is used in the treatment of herpes labialis, Cytomegalovirus Infection, genital herpes infection, chickenpox, herpes simplex virus infections, eye infections by Herpes simplex virus and chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection.
How Letermovir works
Letermovir is an antiviral medicine. It works by blocking the CMV DNA terminase complex, an enzyme needed for the virus to multiply and spread. It prevents viral replication and helps control CMV infection, reducing the risk of complications, especially in people with weakened immune systems, such as transplant patients.
Common side effects of Letermovir
Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Peripheral edema, Cough, Fatigue, Headache, Abdominal pain
Available Medicine for Letermovir
Expert advice for Letermovir
- Always take Letermovir exactly as directed by your doctor. Stopping early or skipping doses can increase the risk of CMV infection recurrence.
- Letermovir may interact with immunosuppressants, anticoagulants, and other medications. Always inform your doctor about any drugs or supplements you are taking.
- Patients with liver or kidney disease should use Letermovir with caution. Regular monitoring may be required to adjust the dose safely.
- Letermovir may cause nausea, headache, or fatigue. Inform your doctor if any side effects persist or worsen.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
- 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.