Virovir 250 Tablet (Famciclovir 250mg)

Description

Virovir 250 mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of shingles, a herpes zoster infection which occurs in patients who have had chicken pox in the past. This infection causes pain, burning, and blisters. This medicine is also used to treat or prevent repeat outbreaks of fever, blisters, and cold sores in people with normal immunity and sores formed around genitals and rectum from time to time. It does not cure herpes infection and may not stop the spread of herpes infection to other people.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Virovir 250 mg Tablet
Neutropenia
Elevated liver enzymes
Headache
Nausea
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Jaundice
Nervousness and confusion
Skin rash and itching

Uses of Virovir 250 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Herpes Zoster Infections
This medicine is used in the treatment of herpes zoster infection (shingles). The infection is characterized by a painful rash with blisters and burning. It occurs in patients who have had chicken pox in the past.
Genital Herpes
This medicine is used for the treatment and prevention of recurrent episodes of genital herpes, which are sores that form around the genitals and rectum from time to time in people with a normal immune system.
Herpes labialis
This medicine is used to treat repeat outbreaks of herpes cold sores and fever blisters that occur in people with a normal immune system.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to famciclovir or any other medicines of the same class.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Impaired kidney function
Virovir 250 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with a severe kidney injury. Suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.
Effect on nervous system
Patients who experience drowsiness, sleepiness, or confusion while on treatment with Virovir 250 mg Tablet are advised not to perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.
Geriatric use
Virovir 250 mg Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly population with kidney injury or liver injury due to an increase in the risk of neurological problems. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.
Hydration
Virovir 250 mg Tablet may increase the risk of kidney injury when taken with other medicines that cause kidney damage. An adequate amount of water should be consumed to decrease this risk.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If a dose of Virovir 250 mg Tablet is missed, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost the time for the next dose, continue with the normal dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact a doctor immediately in case of an overdose.

Interactions

General Instructions
Strictly follow all the instructions on the label and take Virovir 250 mg Tablet only as directed. Do not take more than what is prescribed or share this medication with other people. It is advised that you should inform the doctor about all the medicines or herbal products that you are using and about all your medical conditions before taking this medicine. Use this medicine as soon as possible after symptoms appear and complete the entire treatment schedule even if you feel better after the initial doses.