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Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT is a product of Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Composition: Acyclovir (400mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT

Description:

Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT 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.

Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT 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. 


Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT 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. Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT 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 Herpesafe

  • 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

Will I get cured after taking Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT for shingles?

Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT prevent transmission of infection to others?

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT?

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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT?

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT, 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT accidentally?

Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Can I get resistant to Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT treatment?

Tolerants with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. If you are not responding to Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

Is hair loss caused due to Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT permanent?

Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.

Will I get cured after taking Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT for shingles?

Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT prevent transmission of infection to others?

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT?

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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT?

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT, 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 Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT accidentally?

Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Can I get resistant to Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT treatment?

Tolerants with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. If you are not responding to Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

Is hair loss caused due to Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT permanent?

Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Herpesafe 400mg Tablet DT. 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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