Acirax

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Acirax Information

Acirax is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Acirax depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.


Acirax Benefits & Uses

Acirax is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Acirax 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Acirax Side Effects

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

Moderate

  • Confusion
  • Hallucinations
  • Increased Liver Enzymes
  • Erythema

Mild

Unknown

Acirax Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Acirax safe for pregnant women?


    Acirax is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Acirax safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Acirax on the Kidneys?


    Acirax rarely harms the kidneys.

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


    Acirax is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Acirax on the Heart?


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

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Acirax with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Acirax Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Acirax

  • Is this Acirax habit forming or addictive?


    Acirax does not cause addiction.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Acirax since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    There are no side effects of Acirax , so it is safe for use.

    Safe
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Acirax is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Acirax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Acirax


    You can take Acirax with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Acirax


    Taking Acirax and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

    Mild

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

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)

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)


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