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Flovir tablet 250 mg 10’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Famciclovir
- Manufactured by : Maxitech
- Drug Strength : 250 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10s
- Product SKU : pg_9003_12640
Flovir tablet contains Famciclovir | belongs to Guanine analogue
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How it works
Flovir tablet 250 mg 10’s works by stopping the spread of the herpes virus in the body.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Flovir tablet 250 mg 10’s
- Neutropenia severe
- Elevated liver enzymes severe
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Jaundice
- Nervousness and confusion severe
- Skin rash and itching severe
Uses of Flovir tablet 250 mg 10’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Herpes Zoster Infections
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 chicken pox in the past.
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Genital Herpes
This medicine is used for the treatment and prevention of recurrent episodes of genital herpes, which are sores that form around the genitals and rectum from time to time in people with a normal immune system.
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Herpes labialis
This medicine is used to treat repeat outbreaks of herpes cold sores and fever blisters that occur in people with a normal immune system.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to shows its effect is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
There is no well-established clinical data available regarding the duration of action of this medicine.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Flovir tablet 250 mg 10’s or any other medicines of the same class.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Impaired kidney function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a severe kidney injury. Suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.
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Effect on nervous system
Patients who experience drowsiness, sleepiness, or confusion while on treatment with Famciclovir are advised not to perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.
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Geriatric use
This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly population with kidney injury or liver injury due to an increase in the risk of neurological problems. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.
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Hydration
This medicine may increase the risk of kidney injury when taken with other medicines that cause kidney damage. An adequate amount of water should be consumed to decrease this risk.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
If a dose of this medicine is missed, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost the time for the next dose, continue with the normal dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact a doctor immediately in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Pemetrexed moderate
- Entecavir moderate
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severe
Dosage adjustment is recommended when this medicine is used in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment (CrCl less than 60 ml/minute). If doses are not adjusted, there is an increased risk of acute renal failure.
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moderate
Use of this medicine in patients with liver disease is recommended only if appropriate treatment measures for the condition are taken under a doctor's supervision. Report any unusual adverse effects to the doctor on priority.
General Instructions
Strictly follow all the instructions on the label and take this medicine only as directed. Do not take more than what is prescribed or share this medication with other people. It is advised that you should inform the doctor about all the medicines or herbal products that you are using and about all your medical conditions before taking this medicine. Use this medicine as soon as possible after symptoms appear and complete the entire treatment schedule even if you feel better after the initial doses.
References
- medlineplus.gov - Famciclovir [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a694038.html [cited 25/7/2020]. 2020
what are the adverse effects of Flovir tablet 250 mg 10’s?
Headache, nausea, dizziness, somnolence, GI upset, altered LFTs, rash, pruritus.
What happens if I miss a dose of Flovir tablet 250 mg 10’s?
Shingles: Adults: 750 mg once daily at approximate the same time each day for 7 days, or 250 mg three times daily for 7 days, or 250 mg three times daily for 7 days. In immunocompromised patients, 500 mg three times daily for 10 days. Start treatment as soon as possible after onset of rash. Children: Not recommended.
Genital herpes: Adults: First attack, 250 mg three times daily for 5 days started as soon as possible after onset of lesions. In immunocompromised, 500 mg twice daily for 7 days. Recurrent attack, 125 mg twice daily for 7 days, start treatment during prodromal period or as soon as possible after onset of lesions. Suppression: Adults: 250 mg twice daily. In HIV patients, 500 mg twice daily. Interrupt therapy at 6-12 mth intervals to reassess. Children: Not recommended.
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