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Acicet Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores. Acicet Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Acicet Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Acicet Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acicet Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Acicet Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Acicet Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Acicet Tablet related warnings section.
Acicet Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Acicet Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Acicet Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Acicet Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Acicet Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acicet Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Acicet Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Acicet Tablet safely.
Is the use of Acicet Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Acicet Tablet for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Acicet Tablet on the Kidneys?
Acicet Tablet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Acicet Tablet on the Liver?
Acicet Tablet is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Acicet Tablet on the Heart?
Acicet Tablet has very mild side effects on the heart.
Acicet Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acicet Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acicet Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Acicet Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Acicet Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Acicet Tablet is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Acicet Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acicet Tablet
You can take Acicet Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acicet Tablet
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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)