Codifab 800 Tablet belongs to a group of antiviral medicines used to treat corona virus disease. Besides this, Codifab 800 Tablet is also indicated for the treatment of influenza, ebola and other pathogenic viral infections. Corona virus disease, also known as SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2), is an infectious disease caused by the corona virus.
Codifab 800 Tablet contains ‘Favipiravir’, which inhibits RNA polymerase, an enzyme that helps the corona virus to replicate itself. Thereby, Codifab 800 Tablet lowers the virus load in the body and helps treat the infection.
You are advised to take Codifab 800 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid), reduced neutrophil count, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not take Codifab 800 Tablet if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Codifab 800 Tablet. Use effective contraception during and for seven days after the treatment with Codifab 800 Tablet. Seek medical help immediately if you have a severe cough, fever, or difficulty breathing. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.