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Glenvirax 800mg Tablet

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Glenvirax 800mg Tablet

Introduction to Glenvirax 800mg Tablet

Please ensure you follow your doctors instructions regarding the dose and duration of Glenvirax 800mg Tablet It is important not to skip any doses and complete the full course of treatment even if you start feeling better Before taking the tablet dissolve it in a glass of water You can take it with or without food but it is recommended to take it at the same time each day If you happen to miss a dose take it as soon as you remember However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one It is advisable to drink plenty of water while using this medicine to prevent dehydration and kidney damage Some common side effects may include headaches dizziness vomiting nausea fatigue and fever If these side effects persist or do not resolve please inform your doctor If you are pregnant planning to conceive or breastfeeding please consult your doctor before taking this medicine
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Related Faqs

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Can I get resistant to Acivir treatment?

Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Acivir. If you are not responding to Acivir, possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

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What is aciclovir 800mg tablets used for?

Aciclovir tablets can be used mainly for the treatment of non-severe skin and mucous membranes herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections. Your childs doctor will recommend IV aciclovir for the treatment of neonatal HSV and severe HSV infection, if your childs immune system is not working properly.

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Will I get cured after taking Glenvirax for shingles?

Glenvirax 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.

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Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Glenvirax?

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Glenvirax. 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 Glenvirax, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.

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What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Glenvirax accidentally?

Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Glenvirax over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

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Can I get resistant to Glenvirax treatment?

Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Glenvirax. If you are not responding to Glenvirax, possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

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Published At: Oct 19, 2023

Updated At: Sep 19, 2024

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Published At: Oct 19, 2023

Updated At: Sep 19, 2024

Disclaimer : This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment . Do not ignore or delay professional medical advice based on anything you have seen or read on Medwiki.

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Glenvirax 800mg Tablet

Prescription Required

Packaging :

strip of 10 tablets

Manufacturer :

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition :

Acyclovir (800mg)

MRP :

₹70
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