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Herperax 400 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores. Herperax 400 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Herperax 400 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Herperax 400 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Herperax 400 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Herperax 400 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Herperax 400 Tablet related warnings talks about Herperax 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Herperax 400 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Herperax 400 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Herperax 400 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Herperax 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Herperax 400 Tablet 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Herperax 400 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Herperax 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Herperax is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Herperax 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Herperax for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Herperax 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Herperax has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Herperax 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Herperax on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Herperax 400 Tablet on the Heart?
Herperax has very mild side effects on the heart.
Herperax 400 Tablet 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 Herperax 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Herperax 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Herperax 400 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Herperax 400 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Herperax 400 Tablet is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Herperax 400 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Herperax 400 Tablet
You can take Herperax 400 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Herperax 400 Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Herperax 400 Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 798-800
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zovirax® (acyclovir)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 798-800
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zovirax® (acyclovir)
