Trikase 200mg Tablet

Trikase 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. Trikase 200mg Tablet does not cure herpes but prevents the infection spread and treats its symptoms.

Trikase 200mg Tablet contains acyclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Trikase 200mg Tablet prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA, resulting in decreased viral overload. Trikase 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 Trikase 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 Trikase 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 Trikase 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 Trikase 200mg Tablet as you may require a dose adjustment.

Trikase 200mg Tablet contains acyclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Trikase 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. Trikase 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.

• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea

Do not take Trikase 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, Trikase 200mg Tablet should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes you. Trikase 200mg Tablet may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Trikase 200mg Tablet so please get up gradually. Also, do not drive a car or operate machinery requiring concentration as Trikase 200mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Please do not take Trikase 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 Trikase 200mg Tablet, as a dose adjustment may be required.

Drug-drug interactions: Trikase 200mg Tablet may have an interaction with medication used to treat gout (e.g. probenecid), medicines used to treat stomach ulcers (e..g cimetidine), medicines used to treat asthma (aminophylline, theophylline) and immunosuppressive medicines (e.g. mycophenolate mofetil).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or had renal dysfunction or disease, hemodialysis (a procedure where a dialysis machine and a special filter called an artificial kidney, or a dialyzer, are used to clean your blood), an organ transplant, immunodeficiency, bone marrow transplantation, and neutropenia (lower-than-normal levels of neutrophils).

• PROBENECID
• CIMETIDINE
• AMINOPHYLLINE
• THEOPHYLLINE
• MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL

• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Trikase 200mg Tablet as they 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 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 doing whatever makes you happy.
• Eat a healthy and balanced diet, and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours daily for a speedy recovery.
• If you are going in strong sunlight, please wear a lip balm SPF 50 or higher, as the Trikase 200mg Tablet makes you sensitive to UV and sunlight.

• Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner.
• Drinking plenty of fluid as Trikase 200mg Tablet can cause dehydration and kidney damage.

Herpes zoster(shingles): It is a viral infection characterised by red skin rashes, pain and a burning sensation. The virus lives in the nervous system for years before causing Herpes. It can appear on the face, neck, torso, and one side of the body.

Genital herpes infection: It is a common sexually transmitted infection that affects the genitals. It can affect both men and women. Common symptoms include pain, irritation, itching, and sores in the genitals. It is marked by genital pain and sores.

Herpes labialis: It is a kind of viral infection that affects the lip. It is also known as cold sores. Symptoms include burning pain and small blisters. In some patients, it can also lead to fever.

Chickenpox: It is a viral infection that is highly contagious. Common symptoms include rash, small painful blisters, fever, sore throat, and body pain.