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Molcovir 200mg Tablet 10 tablets in 1 strip

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Molcovir 200mg Tablet is a product of Optimus Health Care

Composition: Molnupiravir (200mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 400

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All Details About Molcovir 200mg Tablet

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

Description:

Molcovir 200mg Tablet is the first oral antiviral medication that helps treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults. It prevents the virus from multiplying, thereby reducing viral load and disease severity. The drug received emergency use approval from Indian drug regulatory authorities on December 28, 2021.

Molcovir 200mg Tablet is only indicated in patients with mild to moderate COVID-19 symptoms and who have a high risk of developing severe symptoms. The risk factors include obesity, older age (>60 years), diabetes mellitus, and heart diseases. It is not indicated in patients who require immediate hospitalization due to COVID-19. This drug has also been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the UK regulatory agency for emergency use.

Molcovir 200mg Tablet should be taken orally for no longer than 5 consecutive days. It is important to complete the entire 5 days of treatment, therefore do not stop taking it even if you feel better. The medicine may cause dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and nausea in some patients. If one experiences any such side effects, discuss them with the doctor. They may help with the treatment or suggest ways to prevent them.

Earlier taking Molcovir 200mg Tablet, let the doctor know if you have any pre-existing medical conditions. To make sure it is safe for you, inform your doctor about all the other medications you are taking. The use of Molcovir 200mg Tablet is not recommended in pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult with their doctors before taking this medicine.

Uses:

  • Treatment of Mild to moderate Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Molcovir 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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 Molcovir

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Molcovir 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Molcovir 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Molcovir 200mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Molcovir 200mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Molcovir 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Molcovir 200mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Molcovir 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Molcovir 200mg Tablet is recommended.

FAQs:

Q. Can Molcovir 200mg Tablet be given to children?

No, Molcovir 200mg Tablet is not approved for use in children or patients below the age of 18 years as it may interfere with the growth of bones and cartilage.

Q. What is the advantage of using Molcovir 200mg Tablet?

Molcovir 200mg Tablet has better patient compliance than some other treatment options available against COVID-19. Unlike other medicines that may need a skilled healthcare professional (a doctor or a nurse) to administer, Molcovir 200mg Tablet is an oral medicine that can be consumed by mouth in the dosage and schedule prescribed by the doctor.

Q. Are there any serious risks of taking Molcovir 200mg Tablet?

Affirmative, there are some serious risks involved with using Molcovir 200mg Tablet, including its potential to cause birth defects in pregnant women and serious damage to the growth of bones and cartilage (which may cause serious muscle damage). Therefore, Molcovir 200mg Tablet should be used only if prescribed by a doctor and not used for self-medication.

Q. Is taking Molcovir 200mg Tablet better than getting vaccinated?

No. There is no comparison between the two, and Molcovir 200mg Tablet is not a substitute for getting vaccinated. Vaccination is for prevention, while Molcovir 200mg Tablet is used to treat an existing COVID-19 infection, provided the infection is diagnosed at an early stage.

Q. Who is at a high risk of developing severe COVID-19?

People who are at a high risk of developing severe COVID-19 include those aged above 60 years, who are obese, have comorbid conditions including high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, other medical conditions related to the lungs, kidneys (like dialysis patients), liver, or those who have a weak immunity (like cancer patients).

Q. Who should not take Molcovir 200mg Tablet?

Molcovir 200mg Tablet should not be taken to prevent COVID-19 or treat patients hospitalized due to COVID-19. According to the ongoing clinical trials, patients hospitalized with severe COVID-19 infection have not benefited from taking Molcovir 200mg Tablet.

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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