Klovir 800mg Tablet
Acyclovir (800mg)
by Klokter Life Sciences
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Klovir 800mg Tablet 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. Klovir 800mg Tablet 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. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Uses
- Herpes labialis
- Genital herpes infection
- Chickenpox
- Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
- Shingles
Benefits
In herpes labialis
Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip. Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores. The first attack may also be accompanied by fever, sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes. Klovir 800mg Tablet can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores.
How it works
Klovir 800mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
How to 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. Klovir 800mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- Skin rash
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Klovir 800mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Klovir 800mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Klovir 800mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Klovir 800mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Klovir 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Klovir 800mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine.
- LiverCAUTION
- Klovir 800mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Klovir 800mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Klovir 800mg Tablet, 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.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Nucleoside analog
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Anti infectives
Frequently asked questions
Will I get cured after taking Klovir 800mg Tablet for shingles?
Klovir 800mg Tablet 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 Klovir 800mg Tablet prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Klovir 800mg Tablet. 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 Klovir 800mg Tablet?
Serious 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 Klovir 800mg Tablet?
Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Klovir 800mg Tablet. 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 Klovir 800mg Tablet, 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 Klovir 800mg Tablet accidentally?
Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Klovir 800mg Tablet over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Can I get resistant to Klovir 800mg Tablet treatment?
Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Klovir 800mg Tablet. If you are not responding to Klovir 800mg Tablet, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.
Is hair loss caused due to Klovir 800mg Tablet permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Klovir 800mg Tablet. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Klokter Life Sciences
- Salt composition
- Acyclovir (800mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
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