Famciclovir Benefits & Uses

Famciclovir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Famciclovir 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

Famciclovir Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Famciclovir is used -

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Fatigue
पेट की गैस
Paresthesia

Famciclovir Related Warnings

Is the use of Famciclovir safe for pregnant women?

Famciclovir is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Famciclovir safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Famciclovir. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Famciclovir on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Famciclovir on the Liver?

Famciclovir is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Famciclovir on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Famciclovir with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Probenecid

Famciclovir Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Famciclovir

Is this Famciclovir habit forming or addictive?

Famciclovir does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Famciclovir as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Famciclovir only on doctor's advice.

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

Famciclovir is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Famciclovir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Famciclovir

You can take Famciclovir with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Famciclovir

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Famciclovir with alcohol.

Unknown