Manufacturer:
Fdc Ltd
Composition:
Aciclovir
Prescription:
Not Required
At whatever point you take more than one medicine, or mix it with specific foods or beverages, you're in danger of a drug interaction.
Interaction with Disease
Impeded kidney work Major
Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension ought to be utilized with alert in the patients with the previous kidney damage. Educate the specialist in the event that you experience any side effects of abrupt weight gain, changes in the recurrence of pee. Appropriate portion alterations or a substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical condition.
Neurological confusion Moderate
Utilization of high-portion intravenous Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension may expand the danger of neurotoxicity, particularly in the old populace with a neurological issue, kidney or liver damage. Illuminate the specialist on the off chance that you experience any side effects of tremors, perplexity, and seizures. Reasonable portion alterations or a substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical condition.
Interaction with Alcohol
Liquor
Interaction with liquor is obscure. It is prudent to counsel your specialist before utilization.
Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Data not accessible.
Interaction with Food
Sustenance
Data not accessible.
Interaction with Medicine
Phenytoin Moderate
The ideal impact of phenytoin may not be accomplished whenever taken with Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension. Educate the specialist on the off chance that you are getting phenytoin or on the off chance that you have a past filled with seizures. Reasonable portion changes or a substitute medicine ought to be considered dependent on the clinical condition.
Tacrolimus Major
Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension may expand the danger of kidney damage when taken with tacrolimus or whatever other medicines that reason kidney damage. Close checking of kidney work is fundamental. Illuminate the specialist on the off chance that you experience any side effects, for example, unexpected weight gain, changes in the recurrence of the pee. Portion modifications or a substitute treatment is considered dependent on the clinical condition.
Sulfasalazine Moderate
Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension may expand the danger of kidney damage when taken with sulfasalazine or whatever other medicines that reason kidney damage. Close checking of kidney work is fundamental. Illuminate the specialist in the event that you experience any side effects, for example, unexpected weight gain, changes in the recurrence of the pee. Portion modifications or a substitute treatment is considered dependent on the clinical condition.
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Missed Dose instructions
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If its almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose instructions
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Zovirax 400 MG Suspension
Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 9 to 12 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1.5 to 2 hours after an oral dose and 2 hours after an intravenous dose.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is recommended for pregnant women. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.
Is it habit forming?
No habit tendencies have been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is excreted through the breastmilk. Discuss with your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine. Monitoring of any undesired effects is necessary.
In addition to its intended effect, Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.
Swelling and redness at the injection site Major Common
Abdominal pain Major Less Common
Increased thirst Major Less Common
Loss of appetite Major Less Common
Unusual tiredness and weakness Major Less Common
Black or tarry stools Major Rare
Fever with chills Major Rare
Seizures Major Rare
Unusual bleeding Major Rare
Diarrhea Minor Less Common
Headache Minor Less Common
Allergy
If you have a known allergy to Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension or any other medicine belongs to the class anti-herpes virals.
Herpes Zoster Infections
Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension is used in the treatment of herpes zoster infection which is a viral infection caused by varicella-zoster virus.
Genital Herpes
Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension is used in the treatment of genital herpes which is a sexually transmitted viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus.
Chickenpox
Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension is used in the treatment of chicken pox which is a viral infection caused by varicella-zoster virus.
Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension, an enemy of viral drug, keeps the development of the infection by assaulting the tainted cells. Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension is utilized to treat various viral contaminations, for example,
Herpes if there should be an occurrence of treatment, a measurement of 200mg is given to be taken 5 time day by day, at an interim of 4 hours for a time of 5 days. For anticipation of herpes, 200mg is recommended to be taken multiple times a day by day, after like clockwork for a time of 6 to a year.
Chicken pox
shingles if there should be an occurrence of treatment, a measurement of 800mg is given to be taken 5 time day by day, at an interim of 4 hours every day for seven days.
It is best that you abstain from taking Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension on the off chance that you hypersensitive to the drug or any fixings in it. Unique consideration ought to be taken in the event that you are on Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension and experience the ill effects of other medical problems like kidney problems, variations from the norm of the sensory system or taking different drugs. Illuminate you specialist on the off chance that you are taking drugs that treats gout, asthma, peptic ulcers or in the event that you are taking an immunosuppressant. For this situation he will endorse Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension just on the off chance that it is alright for you. Pregnant ladies and breastfeeding moms should accept medicinal exhortation before they begin taking Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension, to guarantee if the drug is ok for their youngster or not.
Accept the drug according to explicit bearings of your medicinal specialist. Accessible in tablet structure, Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension can be taken previously or with a feast. On the off chance that you can't gulp down the tablet, scatter it in water, blend and drink.
You ought to know about a portion of the side effects that you may experience the ill effects of while taking this medicine. Dazedness, the runs, rashes, cerebral pain, shortcoming and light affectability are some normal side effects and slowly vanish. A portion of the more genuine side effects are-unfavorably susceptible responses, hives, and loss of hair and improvement of hepatitis. Connect with your specialist if your side effects don't leave.
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