Toxinex: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Toxinex Information

Toxinex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Toxinex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Toxinex is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Toxinex have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Toxinex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Toxinex is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Toxinex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Toxinex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Toxinex in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Toxinex contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Toxinex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Toxinex is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Toxinex Benefits & Uses

Toxinex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Toxinex 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: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 5 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 5 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 5 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Toxinex Related Warnings

Is the use of Toxinex safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Toxinex without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Toxinex safe during breastfeeding?

Toxinex may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Toxinex on the Kidneys?

Toxinex rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Toxinex on the Liver?

Toxinex is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Toxinex on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Toxinex with Other Drugs

Toxinex 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

Toxinex Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Toxinex

Is this Toxinex habit forming or addictive?

Toxinex 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 Toxinex since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Toxinex is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Toxinex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Toxinex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Toxinex

Taking Toxinex with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Toxinex

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 Toxinex

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Toxinex cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Toxinex 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 5 years ago

What is Toxinex?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Toxinex 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 about 4 years ago

Does Toxinex affect fertility?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Toxinex does not affect fertility. Animal studies have shown that Toxinex does not impair fertility. Also Toxinex induced infertility has not been reported by the patients who are taking Toxinex.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Toxinex cause hair loss?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Toxinex 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 over 4 years ago

Can Toxinex affect blood sugar levels?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

No, Toxinex does not affect blood sugar levels. It has not been reported to lower the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case if you feel lightheadedness, shaking or increased heartbeat after taking this drug then drink a glass of fruit juice, eat candies to restore your blood sugar levels and report to your doctor.