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Gavir is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection. The alternative uses of Gavir have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gavir. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Gavir side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gavir normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gavir is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Gavir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gavir related warnings section.
Gavir can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gavir in conditions like Anemia, Kidney Disease.
Additionally, Gavir may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gavir is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gavir 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 |
Geriatric |
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Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gavir is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gavir safe for pregnant women?
Gavir shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Gavir safe during breastfeeding?
Gavir should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gavir on the Kidneys?
Gavir rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gavir on the Liver?
Gavir does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Gavir on the Heart?
Using Gavir does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gavir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gavir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gavir habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gavir.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gavir, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gavir can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gavir only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gavir in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gavir
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Gavir to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gavir
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gavir and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ganciclovir
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 801