Acyclovir 500 mg Injection Iv

Acyclovir 500 mg Injection Iv contains Acyclovir 500mg, an antiviral medicine. Made by Abbott Laboratories (pakistan) Ltd, it is prescribed for cold sores, genital herpes, shingles and chickenpox. Pack size: 10 ml injection iv.

Uses of Acyclovir 500 mg Injection Iv

Acyclovir 500 mg Injection Iv is used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including cold sores, genital herpes, shingles and chickenpox. It also helps prevent repeated outbreaks of genital herpes and protects people with weakened immunity from herpes infections. It works best when started early, ideally at the first tingle or as soon as the rash appears. It controls outbreaks but does not remove the virus from the body.

How Acyclovir 500 mg Injection Iv works

Acyclovir is taken up by cells infected with the herpes virus and converted into an active form that blocks the enzyme the virus uses to copy its DNA. The virus can no longer multiply, so the outbreak heals faster and symptoms are less severe, while healthy cells are largely unaffected.

Possible side effects

Most people find Acyclovir 500 mg Injection Iv easy to take. Side effects that may occur include:

• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Dizziness
• Itching or stinging (cream)

Get medical help promptly if you notice confusion, hallucinations or unusual drowsiness, or are passing much less urine than usual. Seek emergency help for swelling of the face or throat, or difficulty breathing.

Precautions and warnings

• Start treatment as early as possible for the best effect.
• Drink plenty of fluids while taking tablets, especially if you are older or have kidney problems.
• Tell your doctor about kidney disease, as the dose may need adjusting.
• Genital herpes can still be passed on during treatment, so avoid sexual contact while sores are present.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, use it only after speaking to your doctor.

Storage

Store as directed on the pack, protected from light. Injections should only be prepared and given by a doctor, nurse or other trained healthcare professional. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.