FAMCICLOVIR

Overview

FAMCICLOVIR is a Schedule H drug.
Famciclovir is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus so that the body can fight off the infection. Famciclovir will not cure herpes, but it can lessen the symptoms of the infections. Famciclovir is used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles. There is no cure for herpes and famciclovir will not prevent you from developing symptoms in the future.

Usage

FAMCICLOVIR is generally used to treat: Genital Herpes, Shingles

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease liver disease and pregnancy. Avoid excess dosage.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FAMCICLOVIR over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

FAMCICLOVIR : Angioedema, Head Headache, Loose Motion, Nausea, Confusion, Fever, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Dizziness

Disease Interactions

FAMCICLOVIR can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

FAMCICLOVIR is categorized as: PURINE NUCLEOSIDES / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with FAMCICLOVIR as Ingredient

FAMCIMAC 250MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG
FAMCIMAC 500MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG
FAMNOVA 500MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG
FAMTREX 250MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG
FAMTREX 500MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG
MICROVIR 250MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG
MICROVIR 500MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 500 MG
PENVIR 250MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG
PENVIR 500MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG
VIRAX FC TABFAMCICLOVIR
VIROVIR 250MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG
VIROVIR 500MG TABFAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG
VIROVIR TABFAMCICLOVIR 250 MG