Acivir 400mg Syrup
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Product introduction
Acivir 400mg Syrup is an antiviral medicine. It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection.
Acivir 400mg Syrup should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
Some side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Uses of Acivir Syrup
Benefits of Acivir Syrup
In Herpes labialis
Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip. Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores. The first attack may also be accompanied by fever, sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes. Acivir 400mg Syrup can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores.
In Genital herpes infection
Genital herpes infection is a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores. It can affect both men and women. Symptoms include pain, itching and irritation. Acivir 400mg Syrup helps in treating the symptoms effectively and also prevents multiplication of the infection causing virus.
In Chickenpox
Acivir 400mg Syrup is used for the treatment of chickenpox. It is most effective if it is started within 24 to 48 hours after the onset of the rash. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most of it. However, chickenpox is highly contagious. You can help prevent the spread of chickenpox by practicing good hygiene and washing your hands frequently. Reduce your exposure to people who have chickenpox. If you already have chickenpox, stay at home until all of your blisters have dried and crusted over.
In Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
Acivir 400mg Syrup is an antiviral medicine. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus in the body. It will not cure herpes and neither it prevents passing on the infection to others. However, it can speed up healing of the sores and decrease the symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning, itching. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
In Shingles
Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. Acivir 400mg Syrup can shorten the length and severity of shingles. It is most effective if you start taking it as soon as possible after the rash appears. Keeping the immune system healthy is the best way to prevent shingles. Maintaining good hygiene is another way of preventing shingles.
Side effects of Acivir Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acivir
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- Skin rash
How to use Acivir Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Acivir 400mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Acivir Syrup works
Acivir 400mg Syrup is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acivir 400mg Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acivir 400mg Syrup is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acivir 400mg Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Acivir 400mg Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Acivir 400mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acivir 400mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine.
It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Acivir 400mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acivir 400mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Acivir Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Acivir 400mg Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
- If you have genital herpes, use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nucleoside analog
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs
Patient concerns
FAQs
Will I get cured after taking Acivir 400mg Syrup for shingles?
Acivir 400mg Syrup is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.
Does Acivir 400mg Syrup prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Acivir 400mg Syrup. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.
What are the serious side effects of Acivir 400mg Syrup?
Serious side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.
Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Acivir 400mg Syrup?
Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Acivir 400mg Syrup. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking Acivir 400mg Syrup, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.
What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Acivir 400mg Syrup accidentally?
Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Acivir 400mg Syrup over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Can I get resistant to Acivir 400mg Syrup treatment?
Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Acivir 400mg Syrup. If you are not responding to Acivir 400mg Syrup, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.
Is hair loss caused due to Acivir 400mg Syrup permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Acivir 400mg Syrup. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.
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