Arkovir
Arkovir Products are primarily used for
Herpes labialis, Herpes Simplex Virus Infections, Shingles
About Arkovir Products
Uses of Arkovir Products
Acyclovir is used in the treatment of herpes labialis, herpes simplex virus infections, shingles, genital herpes infection and chickenpox.
Arkovir Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Arkovir are Vomiting, Nausea, Rash, Itching, Dry skin, Burning sensation, General discomfort, Urticaria, Inflammation of vein, Dry lips, Skin peeling.
How Arkovir Products work
Acyclovir 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.
Patient Concerns about Arkovir Products
Frequently asked questions about Arkovir Products
Frequently asked questions about Acyclovir
Q. Will I get cured after taking Arkovir 800mg Tablet for shingles?
Arkovir 800mg Tablet 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.
Q. Does Arkovir 800mg Tablet prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Arkovir 800mg Tablet. 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.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Arkovir 800mg Tablet?
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.
Q. Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Arkovir 800mg Tablet?
Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Arkovir 800mg Tablet. 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 Arkovir 800mg Tablet, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.
Q. What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Arkovir 800mg Tablet accidentally?
Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Arkovir 800mg Tablet over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Q. Can I get resistant to Arkovir 800mg Tablet treatment?
Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Arkovir 800mg Tablet. If you are not responding to Arkovir 800mg Tablet, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.
Q. Is hair loss caused due to Arkovir 800mg Tablet permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Arkovir 800mg Tablet. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.
Products for Arkovir
Arkovir 800mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹219
Arkovir 200mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹67
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