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Acivir 200 DT Tablet 10.0 tablet dt in 1 strip

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Acivir 200 DT Tablet is a product of Cipla Ltd
Composition: Acyclovir (200mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 81.26

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All Details About Acivir 200 DT Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Acivir 200 DT Tablet

Description:

Acivir 200 DT Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection.

Acivir 200 DT Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine, as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.

Some side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. 


Acivir 200 DT Tablet should be used with caution in people with kidney problems, dehydration, or weakened immune systems. It is contraindicated in those allergic to this medicine or similar medicines. Drink plenty of water during treatment to protect kidney function. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Acivir 200 DT Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Acivir

  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Nausea
  • Dry skin
  • Burning sensation
  • General discomfort
  • Itching
  • Urticaria
  • Inflammation of vein
  • Dry lips
  • Skin peeling

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acivir 200 DT Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acivir 200 DT Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acivir 200 DT Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Acivir 200 DT Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Acivir 200 DT Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Acivir 200 DT Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

Will I get cured after taking Acivir 200 DT Tablet for shingles?

Acivir 200 DT Tablet is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.

Does Acivir 200 DT Tablet prevent transmission of infection to others?

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Acivir 200 DT Tablet. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.

What are the serious side effects of Acivir 200 DT Tablet?

Earnest side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.

Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Acivir 200 DT Tablet?

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Acivir 200 DT Tablet. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking Acivir 200 DT Tablet, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.

What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Acivir 200 DT Tablet accidentally?

Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Acivir 200 DT Tablet over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Can I get resistant to Acivir 200 DT Tablet treatment?

Tolerants with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Acivir 200 DT Tablet. If you are not responding to Acivir 200 DT Tablet, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

Is hair loss caused due to Acivir 200 DT Tablet permanent?

Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Acivir 200 DT Tablet. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.

Will I get cured after taking Acivir 200 DT Tablet for shingles?

Acivir 200 DT Tablet is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.

Does Acivir 200 DT Tablet prevent transmission of infection to others?

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Acivir 200 DT Tablet. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.

What are the serious side effects of Acivir 200 DT Tablet?

Earnest side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.

Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Acivir 200 DT Tablet?

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Acivir 200 DT Tablet. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking Acivir 200 DT Tablet, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.

What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Acivir 200 DT Tablet accidentally?

Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Acivir 200 DT Tablet over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Can I get resistant to Acivir 200 DT Tablet treatment?

Tolerants with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Acivir 200 DT Tablet. If you are not responding to Acivir 200 DT Tablet, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

Is hair loss caused due to Acivir 200 DT Tablet permanent?

Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Acivir 200 DT Tablet. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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