Amdyvir 500mg Tablet is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating 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). Amdyvir 500mg Tablet does not cure herpes but does not allow the infection to spread and treat its symptoms.

Amdyvir 500mg Tablet contains famciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. It is used in treating viral infection by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses, slowly leading to the viral infection clearing up.

The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to Amdyvir 500mg Tablet. In some cases, you may experience headaches, feeling dizzy, feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhoea, and itching. Most of these side effects of Amdyvir 500mg 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 Amdyvir 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to Amdyvir 500mg Tablet, famciclovir, or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor before taking Amdyvir 500mg Tablet if you have kidney/liver problems or have problems with your immune system. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any 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 Amdyvir 500mg Tablet as a dose adjustment may be required.

Amdyvir 500mg Tablet contains famciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. It works by making viruses less active in the human body. Famciclovir works against herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2) viruses that cause oral or genital herpes.

• Headache
• Feeling dizzy
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea

Do not take Amdyvir 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to Amdyvir 500mg Tablet or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products that you are already taking. Take Amdyvir 500mg Tablet with caution if you have kidney disease or liver disease. Do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration as Amdyvir 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness. 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 Amdyvir 500mg Tablet as a dose adjustment may be required. Inform your doctor before taking Amdyvir 500mg Tablet if you have a known intolerance to some sugars, e.g. lactose.

• Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.

• Include turmeric or yellow mustard in your diet to avoid constipation caused by antiviral drugs and increase the intake of fluids to stay hydrated.

• Drink plenty of water for better processing of food by the body.

• Avoid sugary foods such as cake, cookies, packaged baked food or soda. Also, avoid heavy salt foods.

• Avoid foods containing saturated fats such as fried foods, fatty cuts of meat, sour cream, butter and other high-fat dairy products as they may lead to weight gain and result in fatty liver.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption as they may increase the risk of liver damage.