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If you miss a dose of Famcimac 500 Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
No, Famcimac 500 Tablet does not cure herpes infection. Instead, it reduces pain and itching caused due to it and prevents a new sore formation.
Famcimac 500 Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Abrupt stopping of this medicine may lead to resistance to other medications making the infection difficult to treat.
The overdose of Famcimac 500 Tablet leads to an increased risk of side-effects that can be fatal sometimes. In people with kidney problems, it rarely leads to kidney failure on overdose. So, consult a doctor immediately if you accidentally overdose on this medicine.
Famcimac 500 Tablet may cause dizziness. So, it would be best if you refrained from driving or operating heavy machinery that requires you to stay alert.
Famciclovir belongs to a class of drugs called antivirals. It works by preventing the replication of viral DNA that is necessary for viruses to multiply, thereby stops spreading of herpes virus in the body. Famciclovir is a "prodrug," that is converted to penciclovir in the body. Famciclovir does not cure or stop the spread of herpes. Famciclovir only relieves pain, itching, and also heals and prevents sores associated with herpes virus infections.
Alcohol
Caution
Consumption of alcohol with Famcimac 500 Tablet may increase the risk of side-effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Famcimac 500 Tablet is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether Famcimac 500 Tablet will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of Famcimac 500 Tablet should be only if prescribed and under medical supervision.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Famcimac 500 Tablet is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether Famcimac 500 Tablet will pass through the milk in breastfeeding women or not. Hence, Famcimac 500 Tablet should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and under medical supervision.
Driving
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Famcimac 500 Tablet can cause dizziness, drowsiness or confusion. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.
Liver
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Famcimac 500 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
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Famcimac 500 Tablet 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.
Children
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Famcimac 500 Tablet should not be given to children below the age of 12 years.
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About Famcimac 500 Tablet
Famcimac 500 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as antivirals 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). Famcimac 500 Tablet does not cure herpes but does not allow the infection to spread and treat its symptoms.
Famcimac 500 Tablet contains famciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. It is used in treating viral infection by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses, slowly leading to the viral infection clearing up.
The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to Famcimac 500 Tablet. In some cases, you may experience headaches, feeling dizzy, feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhoea, and itching. Most of these side effects of Famcimac 500 Tablet are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Do not take Famcimac 500 Tablet if you are allergic to Famcimac 500 Tablet, famciclovir, or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor before taking Famcimac 500 Tablet if you have kidney/liver problems or have problems with your immune system. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, 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 Famcimac 500 Tablet as a dose adjustment may be required.
Uses of Famcimac 500 Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Famcimac 500 Tablet contains famciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. It works by making viruses less active in the human body. Famciclovir works against herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2) viruses that cause oral or genital herpes.
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Side Effects of Famcimac 500 Tablet
Drug Warnings
Do not take Famcimac 500 Tablet if you are allergic to Famcimac 500 Tablet or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products that you are already taking. Take Famcimac 500 Tablet with caution if you have kidney disease or liver disease. Do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration as Famcimac 500 Tablet may cause dizziness. 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 Famcimac 500 Tablet as a dose adjustment may be required. Inform your doctor before taking Famcimac 500 Tablet if you have a known intolerance to some sugars, e.g. lactose.
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Regular blood tests are recommended while on Famcimac 500 Tablet and several months after treatment with Famcimac 500 Tablet to monitor liver functioning.
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