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About Acylovir 200mg Tablet
Acylovir 200mg Tablet belongs to a class of antiviral medication used to treat viral infections such as cold sores (an inflamed blister in or near the mouth, caused by infection with the herpes simplex virus), genital herpes (a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores), and herpes zoster (a viral infection that causes a painful rash). In addition to this, it is also used to treat chickenpox. Acylovir 200mg Tablet does not cure herpes but prevents the infection spread and treats its symptoms.
Acylovir 200mg Tablet contains acyclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Acylovir 200mg Tablet prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA, resulting in decreased viral overload. Acylovir 200mg Tablet kills or stops the growth of fungi and treats the infection.
The dose and duration will depend on your condition and how you respond to Acylovir 200mg Tablet. In some cases, you may experience headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and sensitivity of the skin to sunlight. Most of these side effects of Acylovir 200mg Tablet are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Do not take Acylovir 200mg Tablet if you are allergic to acyclovir or any of its ingredients. Check with your doctor if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Acylovir 200mg Tablet as you may require a dose adjustment.
Uses of Acylovir 200mg Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Acylovir 200mg Tablet contains acyclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Acylovir 200mg Tablet prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA, resulting in decreased viral overload and preventing new viruses' formation. Acylovir 200mg Tablet is used to treat viral infections such as cold sores (an inflamed blister in or near the mouth, caused by infection with the herpes simplex virus), genital herpes (a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores), and herpes zoster (a viral infection that causes a painful rash). In addition to this, it is also used to treat chickenpox.
Side Effects of Acylovir 200mg Tablet
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Acylovir 200mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all other medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. If you are 65 years of age, have kidney disease or kidney transplant, have a heart problem or history of heart problems, have HIV/AIDS, are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, Acylovir 200mg Tablet should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes you. Acylovir 200mg Tablet may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Acylovir 200mg Tablet so please get up gradually. Also, do not drive a car or operate machinery requiring concentration as Acylovir 200mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Please do not take Acylovir 200mg Tablet if you have ever developed a rash due to a fever. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Acylovir 200mg Tablet, as a dose adjustment may be required.
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Alcohol
Caution
Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Acylovir 200mg Tablet. But intake of alcohol with Acylovir 200mg Tablet may damage your liver. So intake of alcohol should be avoided with Acylovir 200mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
Caution
Acylovir 200mg Tablet is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is unknown whether Acylovir 200mg Tablet will affect pregnant women or fetus. Hence, the intake of Acylovir 200mg Tablet should be only if prescribed and under medical supervision.
Breast Feeding
Caution
The safety of Acylovir 200mg Tablet in breastfeeding women is not known. Hence, Acylovir 200mg Tablet should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and under medical supervision.
Driving
Caution
Acylovir 200mg Tablet can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.
Liver
Caution
Acylovir 200mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
Caution
Acylovir 200mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Acylovir 200mg Tablet is safe if prescribed by a child specialist.
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