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Foscavir 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Foscavir is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Foscavir safe for pregnant women?
Foscavir can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Foscavir right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Foscavir safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Foscavir may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Foscavir should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Foscavir on the Kidneys?
Foscavir can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Foscavir on the Liver?
Foscavir is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Foscavir on the Heart?
Foscavir is completely safe for the heart.
Foscavir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Foscavir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Foscavir habit forming or addictive?
Foscavir is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Foscavir as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Foscavir should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Foscavir is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Foscavir
Taking Foscavir with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Foscavir
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Foscavir with alcohol will be.
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; Foscavir® (foscarnet sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 801