Axovir 500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Axovir 500 Injection Information

Axovir 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores. Axovir 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Axovir 500 Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Axovir 500 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Axovir 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Axovir 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Axovir 500 Injection related warnings talks about Axovir 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Axovir 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Axovir 500 Injection contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Axovir 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Axovir 500 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Axovir Benefits & Uses
Axovir Dosage & How to Take
Axovir Side Effects
Axovir Related Warnings
Axovir Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Axovir
Axovir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Axovir 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Axovir 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Herpes
Shingles
Cold Sores (Read More - Home remedies for cold sores or fever blisters)

Other Benefits

Axovir 500 Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Axovir 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Axovir 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Axovir in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Axovir 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Axovir on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Axovir 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Axovir on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Axovir 500 Injection on the Liver?

Axovir is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Axovir 500 Injection on the Heart?

Axovir is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Axovir 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Axovir 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Axovir 500 Injection

Is this Axovir 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Axovir 500 Injection has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Axovir 500 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Axovir 500 Injection is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Axovir 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Axovir 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Axovir 500 Injection

Taking Axovir 500 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Axovir 500 Injection

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Axovir 500 Injection at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Axovir 500 Injection

Question about 4 years ago

Is Axovir an antibiotic?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, Axovir is not an antibiotic. It is an antiviral drug which is used to treat infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) such as genital herpes. It is also used in the treatment of chickenpox and herpes zoster (shingles) which are caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV).

Question over 4 years ago

Can Axovir prevent chickenpox?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Axovir does not prevent chickenpox. Clinical studies suggest that Axovir alone cannot prevent chickenpox caused by varicella-zoster virus (VZV) in immunocompromised patients (weak immune system) but Axovir can successfully treat chickenpox with the combination of other antiviral drugs.

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I take Axovir with paracetamol?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes Axovir can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not interfere with the efficacy of Axovir. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Axovir safe to use?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Axovir is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at the regular dose such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Axovir with azithromycin?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Axovir can be taken with azithromycin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 798-800

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zovirax® (acyclovir)

Axovir 500 Injection

Axovir 500 Injection Information

Axovir 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Axovir 500 Injection Dosage & How to Take

Axovir 500 Injection Related Warnings

Axovir 500 Injection Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Axovir 500 Injection

Axovir 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Axovir 500 Injection

Question about 4 years ago

Is Axovir an antibiotic?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Question over 4 years ago

Can Axovir prevent chickenpox?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 4 years ago

Can I take Axovir with paracetamol?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Is Axovir safe to use?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Axovir with azithromycin?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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