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Opsivir 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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Is the use of Opsivir safe for pregnant women?
Opsivir is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Opsivir safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Opsivir on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Opsivir on the Kidneys?
Opsivir rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Opsivir on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Opsivir on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Opsivir on the Heart?
Side effects of Opsivir rarely affect the heart.
Opsivir 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 Opsivir unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Opsivir habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Opsivir is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Opsivir since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Opsivir does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Opsivir is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Opsivir
Taking Opsivir with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opsivir
Taking Opsivir and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Opsivir 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).
Yes, Opsivir may cause anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
No, Opsivir does not prevent chickenpox. Clinical studies suggest that Opsivir alone cannot prevent chickenpox caused by varicella-zoster virus (VZV) in immunocompromised patients (weak immune system) but Opsivir can successfully treat chickenpox with the combination of other antiviral drugs.
No, Opsivir should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of the infection. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Opsivir 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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)