Ganguard 500mg Capsule

Last Updated: March 27th, 2026

Ganguard 500mg Capsule is a product of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Composition: Ganciclovir (500mg)

₹ 2650.50

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All Details About Ganguard 500mg Capsule

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Ganguard 500mg Capsule

Description:

Ganguard 500mg Capsule is an antiviral medicine used to treat viral infections caused by cytomegalovirus in immunocompromised people who have undergone an organ or bone marrow transplantation. It also reduces the risk of blindness in a serious eye infection caused by CMV, known as CMV retinitis.

Ganguard 500mg Capsule 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. 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 nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and headache. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Uses:

Treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ganguard 500mg Capsule should be taken with or after 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 Ganguard

Vomiting
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Chubbyigue
Fever
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Skin rash

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ganguard 500mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ganguard 500mg Capsule 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

Ganguard 500mg Capsule 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

Ganguard 500mg Capsule may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel sleepy, dizzy, confused or shaky, or you may lose your balance or have fits while using Ganguard 500mg Capsule.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ganguard 500mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test and some blood tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Ganguard 500mg Capsule in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

Is Ganguard 500mg Capsule effective?

Ganguard 500mg Capsule is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Ganguard 500mg Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I forget to take a dose of Ganguard 500mg Capsule?

If you forget a dose of Ganguard 500mg Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Ganguard 500mg Capsule safe?

Ganguard 500mg Capsule is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Can I stop taking Ganguard 500mg Capsule when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Ganguard 500mg Capsule without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Ganguard 500mg Capsule?

Earlier starting treatment with Ganguard 500mg Capsule, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Consult your doctor if you are planning a baby, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, before starting treatment with Ganguard 500mg Capsule to avoid any harmful effects on the baby.

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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