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Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10
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Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS

Composition :

ACICLOVIR-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Prevego Healthcare & Research Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIVIRALS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

4-6, Bora Bazar St, Borabazar Precinct, Ballard Estate, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
Other Info - ACY0037

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Alcohol

Caution

Limit alcohol intake while using Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's to prevent any adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's should be only if prescribed and under medical supervision.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's will pass through the milk in breastfeeding women or not. Hence, Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and under medical supervision.

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Driving

Caution

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's is safe if prescribed by a doctor. It is known not to interact with liver functioning.

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Kidney

Caution

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's is safe if prescribed by a child specialist.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4334.pdf
  2. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/aciclovir/
  3. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9273.pdf

About Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's contains a class of antiviral medication, aciclovir, which is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating cold sores (an inflamed blister in or near the mouth, caused by infection with the herpes simplex virus), genital herpes (a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores), and herpes zoster (a viral infection that causes a painful rash). In addition to this, it is also used to treat chickenpox. Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's does not cure herpes but does not allow the infection to spread and treat its symptoms.

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's contains Aciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA resulting in decreased viral overload.

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition. In some cases, you may experience headaches, feeling dizzy, feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhoea, rash, and skin sensitivity to sunlight. Most of these side effects of Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Take Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Do not take Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's, aciclovir, or any of its ingredients. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's as a dose adjustment may be required.

Uses of Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's

Herpes zoster skin infection(shingles) and Chicken Pox.

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Medicinal Benefits

Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's contains Aciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA resulting in decreased viral overload.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup/Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's

  • Headaches
  • Feeling dizzy
  • Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash
  • Skin sensitivity to sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. If you are 65 years of age or have kidney disease or kidney transplant, heart problem or history of heart problem, have HIV/AIDS, are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes you. Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's so please get up gradually. Also, do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration as Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. Please do not take Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's if you have ever developed a rash due to fever. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's as a dose adjustment may be required. Drink plenty of fluid as Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's can cause dehydration and kidney damage.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AciclovirCidofovir
Critical
AciclovirTenofovir disoproxil
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AciclovirCidofovir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Cidofovir with Acyclovir can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acylovir 200 Tablet with Cidofovir is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. You should consult a doctor if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, weakness, and palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AciclovirTenofovir disoproxil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Tenofovir Disoproxil may increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Tenofovir disoproxil can result in an interaction, it can be taken when your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Concomitant use of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Tizanidine can increase the risk of developing low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Tizanidine can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as dizziness, excessive sweating, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirAmphotericin b
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Amphotericin B can increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acylovir 200 Tablet with Amphotericin b together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult a doctor if you experience irregular urination, muscle ache, shortness if breath, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Metrizamide in contrast with Acylovir 200 Tablet may increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Before undergoing any imaging procedure, let your doctor know you are on Acylovir 200 Tablet treatment. Look out for signs such as vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, or weakness. Consult the doctor immediately.
AciclovirEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Everolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acylovir 200 Tablet with Everolimus together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience vomiting, irregular urination, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, breathing difficulty, muscle pains, dizziness, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AciclovirTenofovir alafenamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Tenofovir alafenamide may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acylovir 200 Tablet with tenofovir alafenamide can result in an interaction. However, if the benefits outweigh the risks, your doctor will prescribe them. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
AciclovirIodamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Iodamide contrast with Acylovir 200 Tablet may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Before undergoing any imaging procedure let your doctor know you are on Acylovir 200 Tablet treatment.
AciclovirSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Coadministration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Sirolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acylovir 200 Tablet with Sirolimus can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience vomiting, a decrease in hunger, irregular urine, weight gain or loss, swelling, difficulty breathing, muscle pain, or weakness, consult a doctor.
AciclovirTacrolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Co-administration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with tacrolimus may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Acylovir 200 Tablet with Tacrolimus can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience signs such as decreased or increased urine output, sudden weight gain or loss, swelling, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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ACICLOVIR-200MGOther disorders of kidney and ureter, not elsewhere classified
Severe
ACICLOVIR-200MGVolume depletion
Moderate

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ACICLOVIR-200MGOther disorders of kidney and ureter, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Acyclovir should be used with caution to patients who have impaired kidney function. In patients with moderate to severe renal impairment, dosage modifications are advised.

How to manage the interaction:
The use of Acylovir 200 Tablet in kidney disease patients is not advised as it may increase the severity of kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dosing according to the severity of your kidney disease.
ACICLOVIR-200MGVolume depletion
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Patients who are dehydrated may be more susceptible to nephrotoxicity from using acyclovir. Acyclovir should be infused intravenously over the course of an hour, along with appropriate hydration.

How to manage the interaction:
Acylovir 200 Tablet is excreted through the kidneys, dehydration may cause damage to kidney functions. Acylovir 200 Tablet infusion over an hour is recommended in dehydrated patients. Urine output should be monitored.
ACICLOVIR-200MGCare involving dialysis
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Acylovir 200 Tablet:
Hemodialysis effectively removes acyclovir from the body. Following 6 hours of dialysis, it has been demonstrated that plasma levels of acyclovir decrease by 60%. After hemodialysis, acyclovir should be administered. If not, a second dosage might be administered following each hemodialysis session.

How to manage the interaction:
Patients undergoing hemodialysis should be given Acylovir 200 Tablet after completing hemodialysis as hemodialysis removes 60% of Acylovir 200 Tablet from the body.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PROBENECID
  • CIMETIDINE
  • MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL
  • AMINOPHYLLINE
  • THEOPHYLLINE

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Include turmeric or yellow mustard in your diet to avoid constipation caused by antiviral drugs and increase the intake of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Take enough of Vitamin D and fresh air as it is known to improve the symptoms of herpes infection.
  • Try to reduce emotional and physical stress by spending time with family or whatever makes you happy.
  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet, and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours a day for a speedy recovery.
  • If you are going in strong sunlight, please wear a lip balm SPF 15 or higher, and Acylovir 200 Tablet 10's makes you sensitive to UV and sunlight.

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