Valcivir 500mg Tablet

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Product details of Valcivir 500mg

Valaciclovir is a generic antiviral drug developed by Cipla and contains valacyclovir as an active ingredient.

It is effective in improving or preventing blisters along the lips, genitals, and nerves, and tingling pain and itching in the affected area when taken early after being infected by sexual intercourse.

It is a highly safe drug that is also used for the treatment of children because it is effective in the affected area, which is necessary as a drug with a good absorption rate into the body.

Taking the medicine will improve the symptoms, but the bacteria have not died, so it is necessary to take it for about a week.

Effect of Valcivir 500mg

Valaciclovir, the active ingredient in Valaciclovir, is an improved version of the anti-herpes drug Zovirax.

Enzymes in the body change the structure of the drug to show its effect, and it works effectively on the part that needs treatment.

It is effective not only for herpes simplex virus but also for infections of the bladder and cervix of women who tend to become severe.

Time of action of Valcivir 500mg

In the case of 500 mg, the blood concentration in the body reaches the maximum about 1 hour after taking it, and there is data that the half-life in blood is 3 to 4 hours.

Depending on the symptoms, the reason for taking 2 to 3 times a day is set in consideration of this half-life in the blood.

Indications for Valcivir 500mg

Valaciclovir is an antiviral drug for valacyclovir that improves the following symptoms:

• For genital herpes
• For herpes labialis
• For corneal herpes
• For chickenpox
• For shingles

Active ingredient of Valcivir 500mg

Valaciclovir, the active ingredient of valciclovir, exerts its effect after its structure is changed by an enzyme in the body, and inhibits the enzyme DNA polymerase required for viral DNA replication to inhibit the growth of the virus.

It reduces the virus in the body, reduces the itching and pain of herpes and shingles, and relieves the symptoms.

Pharmaceutical company

Cipla Ltd. is an Indian-based pharmaceutical company with a history of more than 80 years.
We manufacture cheap AIDS treatments for HIV patients in emerging countries.

How to take Valcivir 500mg

To control the recurrence of genital herpes, adults take 500 mg once daily.

If you have herpes simplex, the adult should take 500 mg twice daily.

If you have shingles or chickenpox, the adult should take 1000 mg at a time, 3 times a day.

Drink with a glass of water or lukewarm water.

Recommended dose of Valcivir 500mg

For herpes simplex, take 500 mg twice daily.

Suppressing recurrence of genital herpes Take 500 mg once a day.

For children weighing 40 kg or more, take 500 mg once a day.

For patients with HIV infection (CD4 lymphocyte count 100 / mm3 or higher), take 500 mg twice daily.

For chickenpox, take 1000 mg at a time, 3 times a day.

For shingles, take 1000 mg at a time, 3 times a day.

For suppression of herpes simplex virus infection in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, take 500 mg twice daily from 7 days before hematopoietic stem cell transplantation to 35 days after construction.

Precautions when taking Valcivir 500mg

If you miss a dose If you miss a dose and notice it within a day, take one dose when you notice it.
If it is almost time to take the next dose, wait until that time, take one tablet, and do not take two doses at once.

After the next day, take it at the designated time.

Do not stop taking the medicine at your own discretion just because your symptoms have improved, and take it to the end.

We recommend using condoms as there is a risk of infection to your sex partner.

Side effects of Valcivir 500mg

The main side effects are headache, decreased consciousness, kidney damage, abdominal pain, nausea and diarrhea, there are elevated liver function test values, dizziness.

If you experience any of the above symptoms, check for changes in your physical condition and consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions for using Valcivir 500mg

If you have any of the following symptoms, be careful when taking this medicine and consult your doctor.

• People allergic to Valcivir 500mg should not take it.
• People with kidney problems or on kidney treatment must tell their doctor.
• Infants, children, and adults over 65 should use it with medical advice.
• People with weak immune systems need close doctor supervision.
• Avoid driving or using machines if you feel dizzy or confused while taking it.
• Tell your doctor about all other medicines you take — Valcivir 500 may change their effects.