Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension

Manufacturer:

Fdc Ltd

Composition:

Aciclovir

Prescription:

Not Required

What are the interactions for Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension?

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.

Where is the Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension approved?

India

United States

Japan

What are the dosage instructions?

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.

What are the substitutes for Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension?

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

Key highlights of Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension

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.

What are the side effects of Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension?

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

What are the contraindications of Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension?

Allergy

If you have a known allergy to Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension or any other medicine belongs to the class anti-herpes virals.

When is Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension prescribed?

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.

About Ocuvir Susp 400 MG Suspension

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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