Favenza 100 mg Oral Suspension belongs to a group of antiviral medicines used to treat coronavirus disease. Besides this, Favenza 100 mg Oral Suspension is also indicated for the treatment of influenza, ebola and other pathogenic viral infections. Coronavirus disease, also known as SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2), is an infectious disease caused by the coronavirus.
Favenza 100 mg Oral Suspension contains ‘Favipiravir’, which inhibits RNA polymerase, an enzyme that helps the coronavirus to replicate itself. Thereby, Favenza 100 mg Oral Suspension lowers the virus load in the body and helps treat the infection.
You are advised to take Favenza 100 mg Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid), reduced neutrophil count, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not take Favenza 100 mg Oral Suspension if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Favenza 100 mg Oral Suspension . Use effective contraception during and for seven days after the treatment with Favenza 100 mg Oral Suspension . Seek medical help immediately if you have a severe cough, fever, or difficulty breathing. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.