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DOVIREL 500mg Tablet 10s

Valaciclovir (HCl):500mg | Herpes and cytomegalovirus infection

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Manufactured / Marketed By : Novartis Product Form : TabletPack Size : 10sIngredients : Valaciclovir (HCl):500mgGeneric Category : Herpes and cytomegalovirus infection

How it works

DOVIREL 500mg Tablet 10s stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for DOVIREL 500mg Tablet 10s

  • Feeling sad or empty
  • Tiredness
  • Irritability
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Chest pain rare
  • Cough rare
  • Fever rare
  • Headache rare
  • Lower back or side pain rare
  • Shortness of breath rare
  • Decrease in frequency of urination rare
  • Diarrhea

Uses of DOVIREL 500mg Tablet 10s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Herpes simplex labialis (Cold Sores)

    This medicine is used for the treatment of cold sores (herpes simplex labialis), a condition characterized by small, painful ulcers around the border of the lips.

  • Genital Herpes

    This medicine is used to treat genital herpes which is a sexually transmitted viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus. It may be used for the treatment of an initial episode of genital herpes as well as to prevent outbreaks of the infection.

  • Herpes Zoster Infection (Shingles)

    This medicine is used in the treatment of herpes zoster infection (shingles). The infection is characterized by a painful rash with blisters and burning. It occurs in patients who have had chickenpox in the past. It may also be used to prevent shingles in patients who are susceptible to it, e.g., HIV-infected patients who have had close contact with a person having an active shingles infection.

  • Chickenpox

    This medicine is used for the treatment of chickenpox, which is an infection caused by the Varicella Zoster virus. It may also be used to prevent chickenpox in patients who are susceptible to it, e.g., HIV-infected patients who have had close contact with a person having an active chickenpox infection.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to DOVIREL 500mg Tablet 10s , acyclovir, or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

General Warnings
  • Blood clots and kidney failure

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects such as blood clots and kidney failure. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from HIV infection, patients with a history of kidney diseases, as well as in the elderly patients. Close monitoring of clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • Driving or Operating Machinery

    This medicine may cause symptoms such as blurred vision, dizziness, drowsiness, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Amikacin moderate
  • Cidofovir severe
  • Cisplatin moderate
  • Tacrolimus severe
  • Zoster vaccine live severe
  • Varicella virus vaccine severe
Disease interactions
  • severe

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

General Instructions

Take this medicine with or without food, as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver DOVIREL 500mg Tablet 10s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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