Herpivir
Composition for Herpivir Products
Herpivir Products are primarily used for
Herpes labialis, Genital herpes infection, ChickenpoxProducts for Herpivir
Herpivir 800 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹243.75
Substitute brands for Herpivir
About Herpivir Products
Uses of Herpivir Products
Acyclovir is used in the treatment of herpes labialis, genital herpes infection, chickenpox, herpes simplex virus infections, chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, eye infections by Herpes simplex virus and shingles.
Herpivir Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Herpivir are Vomiting, Rash, Nausea, Dry skin, Burning sensation, General discomfort, Itching, Urticaria, Inflammation of vein, Dry lips, Skin peeling.
How Herpivir Products work
Acyclovir is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
In Depth Information for Herpivir Products
- Herpivir helps in the treatment of herpes, chickenpox, and shingles.
- 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.
- 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.
Patient Concerns about Herpivir Products
Frequently asked questions about Herpivir Products
Q. Will I get cured after taking Herpivir 800 Tablet for shingles?
Herpivir 800 Tablet is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.
Q. Does Herpivir 800 Tablet prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Herpivir 800 Tablet. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Herpivir 800 Tablet?
Serious side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.
Q. Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Herpivir 800 Tablet?
Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Herpivir 800 Tablet. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking Herpivir 800 Tablet, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.
Q. What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Herpivir 800 Tablet accidentally?
Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Herpivir 800 Tablet over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Q. Can I get resistant to Herpivir 800 Tablet treatment?
Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Herpivir 800 Tablet. If you are not responding to Herpivir 800 Tablet, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.
Q. Is hair loss caused due to Herpivir 800 Tablet permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Herpivir 800 Tablet. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.
Q. Will I get cured after taking Herpivir 800 Tablet for shingles?
Herpivir 800 Tablet is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.
Q. Does Herpivir 800 Tablet prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Herpivir 800 Tablet. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Herpivir 800 Tablet?
Serious side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.
Q. Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Herpivir 800 Tablet?
Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Herpivir 800 Tablet. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking Herpivir 800 Tablet, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.
Q. What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Herpivir 800 Tablet accidentally?
Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Herpivir 800 Tablet over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Q. Can I get resistant to Herpivir 800 Tablet treatment?
Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Herpivir 800 Tablet. If you are not responding to Herpivir 800 Tablet, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.
Q. Is hair loss caused due to Herpivir 800 Tablet permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Herpivir 800 Tablet. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.