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About Herpex 200 mg Tablet
Herpex 200 mg 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). In addition to this, it is also used to treat chickenpox. Herpex 200 mg Tablet does not cure herpes but does not allow the infection to spread and treat its symptoms.
Herpex 200 mg Tablet contains Aciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Herpex 200 mg Tablet prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on their DNA, resulting in decreased viral overload.
Herpex 200 mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition. In some cases, you may experience headaches, feeling dizzy, feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhoea, rash, and skin sensitivity to sunlight. Most of these side effects of Herpex 200 mg 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.
Take Herpex 200 mg Tablet only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Do not take Herpex 200 mg Tablet if you are allergic to Herpex 200 mg Tablet , aciclovir, or any of its ingredients. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, currently 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 Herpex 200 mg Tablet as a dose adjustment may be required.
Uses of Herpex 200 mg Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Herpex 200 mg Tablet contains Aciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Herpex 200 mg Tablet prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA resulting in decreased viral overload.
Side Effects of Herpex 200 mg Tablet
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Herpex 200 mg Tablet if you are allergic to Herpex 200 mg Tablet or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. If you are 65 years of age or have kidney disease or kidney transplant, heart problem or history of heart problem, have HIV/AIDS, are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, Herpex 200 mg Tablet should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes you. Herpex 200 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Herpex 200 mg Tablet so please get up gradually. Also, do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration as Herpex 200 mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Please do not take Herpex 200 mg Tablet if you have ever developed a rash due to fever. 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 Herpex 200 mg Tablet as a dose adjustment may be required. Drink plenty of fluid as Herpex 200 mg Tablet can cause dehydration and kidney damage.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Avoid alcoholic beverages with Herpex 200 mg Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
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.
Take enough of Vitamin D and fresh air as it is known to improve the symptoms of herpes infection.
Try to reduce emotional and physical stress by spending time with family or whatever makes you happy.
Eat a healthy and balanced diet, and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours a day for a speedy recovery.
If you are going in strong sunlight, please wear a lip balm SPF 15 or higher, and Herpex 200 mg Tablet makes you sensitive to UV and sunlight.
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Alcohol
Caution
Limit alcohol intake while using Herpex 200 mg Tablet to prevent any adverse effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Herpex 200 mg Tablet is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether Herpex 200 mg Tablet will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of Herpex 200 mg Tablet should be only if prescribed and under medical supervision.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Herpex 200 mg Tablet is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether Herpex 200 mg Tablet will pass through the milk in breastfeeding women or not. Hence, Herpex 200 mg Tablet should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and under medical supervision.
Driving
Caution
Herpex 200 mg Tablet can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.
Liver
Safe if prescribed
Herpex 200 mg Tablet is safe if prescribed by a doctor. It is known not to interact with liver functioning.
Kidney
Caution
Herpex 200 mg 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
Herpex 200 mg Tablet is safe if prescribed by a child specialist.
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