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Product Information
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Information (product summary)
Same formulation as Zovirax (generic)
Description
Uses
Acyclovir is used to treat the symptoms of chickenpox, shingles,
herpes virus infections of the genitals (sex organs), the skin, the
brain, and mucous membranes (lips and mouth), and widespread herpes
virus infections in newborns. Acyclovir is also used to prevent
recurrent genital herpes infections. Although acyclovir will not cure
herpes, it does help relieve the pain and discomfort and helps the
sores (if any) heal faster.
Acyclovir may also be used for other virus infections as determined by
your doctor. However, it does not
work in treating certain virus infections, such as the common cold.
Contents
Each tablet contains 100 mg of Acyclovir (generic Zovirax)
Dosage and Administration
Acute Treatment
of Herpes Zoster: 800 mg every 4 hours
orally, 5 times daily for 7 to 10 days.
Genital Herpes:
Treatment of Initial Genital Herpes: 200
mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 10 days.
Genital Herpes: Chronic Suppressive Therapy for
Recurrent Disease: 400 mg 2 times daily
for up to 12 months, followed by re-evaluation. Alternative regimens
have included doses ranging from 200 mg 3 times daily to 200 mg 5 times
daily.
Genital Herpes: Intermittent Therapy: 200
mg every
4 hours, 5 times daily for 5 days. Therapy should be initiated at the
earliest sign or symptom of recurrence.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost
time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your
regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time.
Contraindications
This medication should not be taken by anyone who has a known
hypersensitivity to Acyclovir.
Interactions
Use with caution with concomitant intrathecal methotrexate or
interferon.
Warnings and Precautions
Dosage adjustment is often recommended when administering Acyclovir to
patients with renal impairment. Renal failure, in some cases
resulting in death, has been observed with acyclovir therapy.
Adequate hydration should be maintained.
If pregnant or
breastfeeding
Acyclovir seems relatively safe during pregnancy. Nevertheless, it
should
be used only if its benefits outweigh the potential risk to the baby.
If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor
immediately. Acyclovir appears in breast milk and could affect a
nursing
infant. If this medication is essential to your health, your doctor may
advise you to discontinue breastfeeding your baby until your treatment
with Acyclovir is finished.
Adverse Effects
More common side effects may include diarrhea, general feeling of
bodily discomfort, nausea, vomiting. Other reported side
effects include: Aggressive behavior, agitation, allergic reactions,
blood in the urine,
coma, confusion, decreased consciousness, delirium, dizziness, fever,
hair loss, hallucinations, headache, hives, itching, kidney failure,
lack of coordination, pain, psychosis, rash, seizures, skin peeling,
sleepiness, swelling, swollen face and throat, swollen lymph nodes,
tingling, upset stomach, vision problems, yellowish skin and eyes.
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