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About Virax 800mg Tablet
Virax 800mg 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. Virax 800mg Tablet does not cure herpes but prevents the infection spread and treats its symptoms.
Virax 800mg Tablet contains acyclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Virax 800mg Tablet prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA, resulting in decreased viral overload. Virax 800mg 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 Virax 800mg 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 Virax 800mg 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 Virax 800mg 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 Virax 800mg Tablet as you may require a dose adjustment.
Uses of Virax 800mg Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Virax 800mg Tablet contains acyclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Virax 800mg Tablet prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA, resulting in decreased viral overload and preventing new viruses' formation. Virax 800mg 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 Virax 800mg Tablet
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Virax 800mg 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, Virax 800mg Tablet should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes you. Virax 800mg Tablet may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Virax 800mg Tablet so please get up gradually. Also, do not drive a car or operate machinery requiring concentration as Virax 800mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Please do not take Virax 800mg 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 Virax 800mg 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 Virax 800mg Tablet. But intake of alcohol with Virax 800mg Tablet may damage your liver. So intake of alcohol should be avoided with Virax 800mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
Caution
Virax 800mg Tablet is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is unknown whether Virax 800mg Tablet will affect pregnant women or fetus. Hence, the intake of Virax 800mg Tablet should be only if prescribed and under medical supervision.
Breast Feeding
Caution
The safety of Virax 800mg Tablet in breastfeeding women is not known. Hence, Virax 800mg Tablet should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and under medical supervision.
Driving
Caution
Virax 800mg Tablet can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.
Liver
Caution
Virax 800mg 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
Virax 800mg 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
Virax 800mg Tablet is safe if prescribed by a child specialist.
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