Rivol 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rivol Information

Rivol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores. Other than this, Rivol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Rivol is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Rivol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rivol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Rivol has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Rivol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rivol related warnings section.

Rivol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rivol in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Rivol have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Rivol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Rivol, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Rivol Benefits & Uses
Rivol Dosage & How to Take
Rivol Side Effects
Rivol Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Rivol with Other Drugs
Rivol Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Rivol
Rivol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rivol Benefits & Uses

Rivol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Rivol 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
Adult	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 800 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rivol Related Warnings

Is the use of Rivol safe for pregnant women?

Rivol is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Rivol safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Rivol for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Rivol on the Kidneys?

Rivol has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rivol on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Rivol on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Rivol on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Rivol on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rivol with Other Drugs

Rivol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amikacin

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Cidofovir

Cidofovir Injection

Moderate

Cyclosporine

Rivol Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Rivol

Is this Rivol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rivol is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Rivol as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Rivol is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Rivol is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rivol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rivol

Taking Rivol with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rivol

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.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Rivol

Question over 5 years ago

What is Rivol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Rivol is a brand name of acyclovir and it comes in different dosage forms such as a tablet, injection, and topical cream. It belongs to the class of drug known as antivirals. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of infections caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) such as genital herpes and herpes labialis (cold sores). It is also used in the treatment of chickenpox and herpes zoster (shingles) which are caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV).

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Rivol cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Rivol does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision which are symptoms of low blood pressure after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till restored normal blood pressure.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Rivol cause hair loss?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Rivol might cause hair loss (alopecia) but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Rivol work?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Rivol contains acyclovir. It works by preventing the DNA synthesis and replication of the virus. It interferes with DNA polymerase enzyme which is essential for the virus to synthesize DNA that helps in replicating the virus. In this way Rivol ensures eradication of viral infection from the body.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Rivol cause headache?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Rivol causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this medicine. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and take rest, even if the pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.