Zimivir

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  • Contains / Salt: Valacyclovir (1000 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    • Country of Origin: India

    Zimivir Information

    Zimivir, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Genital Herpes. Secondary and off-label uses of Zimivir have also been mentioned below.

    The optimal dosage of Zimivir 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.

    The side effects typically associated with Zimivir include Joint aches. While these are the most often observed Zimivir side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zimivir are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

    It is also important to note that Zimivir has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zimivir related warnings talks about Zimivir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Zimivir can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zimivir in conditions like Allergy, Kidney Disease.

    Besides this, Zimivir may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

    In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zimivir is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



    Zimivir Benefits & Uses

    Zimivir is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Zimivir 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: Genital Herpes
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    2 - 12 years (Child)
    • Disease: Chickenpox
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • 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
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Genital Herpes
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Cold Sores
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


    Zimivir Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zimivir is used -

    Moderate

    Mild

    Common

    • Joint aches

    Zimivir Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Zimivir safe for pregnant women?


      Zimivir is safe to take during pregnancy.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Zimivir safe during breastfeeding?


      Breastfeeding women can safely use Zimivir.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Zimivir on the Kidneys?


      Zimivir has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Zimivir on the Liver?


      Zimivir is not harmful for the liver.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Zimivir on the Heart?


      Zimivir may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

      Mild


    Severe Interaction of Zimivir with Other Drugs

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

    Moderate

    Mild



    Zimivir Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Zimivir

    • Is this Zimivir habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Zimivir.

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


      You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zimivir. So it is best to avoid driving.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Zimivir only on doctor's advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, the use of Zimivir in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Zimivir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Zimivir


      Taking Zimivir with food does not harm your health.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Zimivir


      No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zimivir with alcohol will be.

      Unknown


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1239

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

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



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