Drug family: Antiviral
200 mg tablet:
This drug is a generic of ZOVIRAX 200 mg
800 mg tablet:
This drug is a generic of ZOVIRAX 800 mg
IN WHICH CASE IS THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS TABLET PRESCRIBED?
This drug is a powerful antiviral , active against viruses of the herpes group . It prevents the reproduction of viruses in infected cells, but cannot destroy the viruses hidden in the nerve ganglia , responsible for the recurrences (recurrences) that it cannot prevent.
Dosed at 200 mg, it is used in the treatment of herpes outbreaks and in the prevention of recurrences.
Dosed at 800 mg, it is used in the preventive treatment of complications of ophthalmic shingles .
You can consult the following article(s):
- Sore
- Genital herpes
PRESENTATIONS OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS TABLET
The prices mentioned do not take into account the pharmacist's " dispensing fees ".
COMPOSITION OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS TABLET
| p cp | p cp | |
| Aciclovir | 200mg | 800mg |
ATTENTION
A dose adjustment may be necessary in the elderly or in cases of renal insufficiency .
Be sure to drink enough, especially if it is very hot or if you have a fever.
INTERACTIONS OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS TABLET WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES
Taking medications that are potentially toxic to the kidneys (contrast agents, aminoglycosides , high-dose methotrexate, ciclosporin, tacrolimus, etc.) increases the risk of adverse renal effects.
FERTILITY, PREGNANCY AND LACTATION
PREGNANCY :
No harmful effects for the unborn child have currently been established with this medicine. Only your doctor can assess the possible risk of its use in your case, particularly in the long-term preventive treatment of recurrences of genital herpes .
FEEDING WITH MILK :
This drug passes very weakly into breast milk; however, it is preferable to use it only on medical advice in breastfeeding women.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND DOSAGE OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS TABLET
This medication should be taken with a glass of water.
The tablets are not suitable for children under 6 years old. Indeed, they risk obstructing the airways if the child swallows badly and the tablet passes into the trachea (false route).
USUAL DOSE:
200 mg tablet:
Adult and child over 6 years old :
Treatment of serious herpes infections (except ocular): 5 tablets per day, to be distributed throughout the day, for 5 to 10 days.
Preventive treatment in people suffering from frequent recurrences: 2 tablets, 2 times a day, in continuous treatment for several months.
Treatment of ocular herpes infections: 2 tablets, 5 times a day.
800 mg tablet:
Prevention of complications of ophthalmic shingles : 5 tablets per day, to be distributed throughout the day, for 7 days. Treatment should be started within 48 hours of the onset of symptoms .
The dosage should be adjusted in case of decreased kidney function.
TIPS
When this medicine has been prescribed for you so that you can treat an outbreak of genital herpes yourself , do not hesitate to start treatment as soon as possible at the first signs: it will only be more effective.
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS TABLET
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea .
Headache, drunkenness. Other nervous disorders such as confusion , agitation, tremors, convulsions , hallucinations, drowsiness have been reported rarely, most often in the elderly or in patients with renal impairment who have received doses higher than the recommended dosage .
Skin rash , hives , itching.
Fatigue, increased transaminases ; exceptionally: allergic reaction , abnormal blood count .