Valgan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Cytomegalovirus Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Valgan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Valgan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Valgan as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Valgan 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Valgan is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Valgan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Valgan related warnings section.
Valgan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Anemia are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Valgan contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Valgan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Valgan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Valgan 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
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Is the use of Valgan safe for pregnant women?
Valgan should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Valgan safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Valgan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Valgan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Valgan on the Kidneys?
Valgan may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Valgan on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Valgan on the liver.
What is the effect of Valgan on the Heart?
Valgan is not harmful for the heart.
Valgan 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 Valgan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valgan habit forming or addictive?
Valgan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Valgan can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Valgan only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Valgan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Valgan
Taking Valgan with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valgan
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Valgan with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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 1241-1242
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Valcyte (valganciclovir hydrochloride)