Virovir

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  • Contains / Salt: Famciclovir (500 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    • Country of Origin: India

    Virovir Information

    Virovir is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Genital Herpes are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Virovir have also been explained below.

    The correct dosage of Virovir depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Virovir can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Virovir are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

    Furthermore, you should know that effect of Virovir is Safe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Virovir related warnings talks about Virovir's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Virovir can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Virovir in conditions like Allergy. Other contraindications of Virovir have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

    Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Virovir is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



    Virovir Benefits & Uses

    Virovir is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Virovir 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: 1000 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 1 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Genital Herpes
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 1 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

    Virovir Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Virovir safe for pregnant women?


      There are no side effects of Virovir in pregnant women.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Virovir safe during breastfeeding?


      Taking Virovir may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Virovir should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

      Severe
    • What is the effect of Virovir on the Kidneys?


      Very few cases of side effects of Virovir on kidney have been reported.

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


      There are no any side effects of Virovir on the liver.

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


      You can take Virovir without any fear of damage to the heart.

      Safe


    Severe Interaction of Virovir with Other Drugs

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

    Moderate



    Virovir Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Virovir

    • Is this Virovir habit forming or addictive?


      Virovir does not cause addiction.

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


      After taking Virovir you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Virovir is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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


      No, Virovir cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Virovir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Virovir


      Taking Virovir with food is safe.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Virovir


      It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Virovir and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

      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 547

    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; Famvir (famciclovir) US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Famvir (famciclovir)



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