Description
What is Acyclovir / Zovirax Tablet?
Acivir DT® Dispersible Tablet contains Acyclovir, an active ingredient used to treat certain viral infections. Dispersible tablets can get quickly disintegrate when added to water.
Acivir Dispersible tablets are manufactured using Acyclovir which belongs to antiviral medications. Acivir tablets can be used in treating cold sores, herpes simplex, shingles, chickenpox, etc. Other than that, Acyclovir is used in treating genital herpes outbreaks. The use of Acyclovir can help in reducing the number of relapses.
Acyclovir belongs to antiviral medications, and this cannot eradicate infections. But Acyclovir can be used in alleviating the symptoms and severity of viral infections. Acyclovir can lower the viral load within the body. Therefore it helps significantly in the sore healing process and alleviates pain associated with sores.
Acyclovir will be converted to triphosphate forms after ingestion. Acyclovir triphosphate is capable of inhibiting viral DNA polymerase. Therefore it involves terminating the viral replication process.
Side effects of Acyclovir Tablet?
The consumers may experience side effects at the initial consumption. But with time, the body gets adapts to the side effects. But there are instances where the side effects get worsen. In such cases, take immediate medical advice, nausea and vomiting, headache.
Serious side effects – the feeling of dizziness, unusual pain in the back area, hallucinations and mood changes, and changes in the urine output.
Rarely do Acivir dispersible tablets cause serious side effects. Long-term use can result in the impairment of kidneys and blood cells. These severe side effects can be experienced when the consumer has weekend immunity.
How to use Acivir Dispersible Tablets
The dispersible tablets dissolve in water quickly. So you can take a glass of water and add the tablet to the water. After it gets dissolved, you can drink a glass of water.
Or else, simply you can keep the dispersible tablet on the tongue. Once it gets in touch with saliva, it starts to dissolve. You can use water to drink the dissolved portion of the tablet. Or else you can keep the tablet until it gets fully dissolved.
It is advised to use the Acivir tablets soon after the symptoms appear. To meet the physician immediately after appearing symptoms.
Precautions:
- Be cautious if you are a patient with renal impairment. Your physician will calculate the suitable dose depending on your renal capacity and the viral infection.
- The renal function of the geriatric population is weak. So the doses are needed to adjust according to the age. Renal impairments and the age of the consumers will increase the risk for neurological side effects.
- Repeated drug regimens and inappropriate use of antiviral drugs can result in drug resistance. In such cases, Acyclovir will not respond to the viral infection. So use the medications according to the given drug regime.
- Good hydration is needed when you are consuming a high acyclovir dose. Remember to drink plenty of fluids throughout the day.
- Be cautious when using other nephrotoxic drugs together with Acyclovir, increasing the risk for nephrotoxicity.
- Oral acyclovir dosage forms may be used for pediatric patients in treating skin and mucosal viral infections. Be cautious when administering Acyclovir to children.
- Acyclovir gets excreted via the renal system. Acyclovir gets excreted as it is within the tubular secretion process. Any medication which impairs renal tubular secretions will alter the plasma level of the Acyclovir. The drugs and the herbal products which harm renal excretion may elevate the serum acyclovir level.
- The studies have not proven the effects of Acyclovir during pregnancy. So Acyclovir can be used even during pregnancy with medical advice. Never self-administrate Acyclovir.
- Acyclovir can enter the feeding babies via the mother’s breast milk. So be cautious if you are a breastfeeding mother.
pitra h –
My doctor prescribed me Acivir for herpes simplex infection. After 6 years of no outbreak, I suddenly started having back to back outbreaks. I use acyclovir 400 mg and have had no serious outbreaks since I started it. I have returned back to normal life. We even enjoy unprotected sex and have not passed it on.Thank God
Johan De Vries –
Definitely notice a faster recovery from herpes outbreaks since using these. Easy to consume with water, no fuss.
Sophia Nasser –
This has been a game changer for controlling my genital herpes outbreaks. I used to have frequent and painful relapses, but now they’re much more manageable.
Ling Wei Zhang –
The side effects were mild for me, mostly some slight dizziness. It has been effective in preventing relapses.
Anika Müller –
I found it a bit challenging to adjust to initially due to dizziness, but it’s worth it for the relief it provides.
Mei Ling Chan –
I’ve been using this for my recurring shingles, and it has significantly shortened the duration of each outbreak. Minimal side effects, which I appreciate!
Ahmed Al-Farsi –
At first, I was dizzy and nauseous, but it got better over time. The convenience of dissolving it in water is a plus!
Elias Johansson –
This medication was easy to integrate into my routine. Dissolving it in water makes it convenient on the go.
Zola Nkosi –
I’ve had no serious side effects, just a mild headache. Drinking plenty of fluids as advised seems to help.
Lucia Rossi –
It’s very user-friendly, especially if you’re traveling and don’t have easy access to water. Just dissolve and drink!
Larissa Kuznetsova –
Simple and quick solution for my cold sores. They healed faster than usual without any major side effects.
Priya Menon –
I wish I’d known about this sooner for my cold sores! It really cuts down on the healing time.
Camila Torres –
After a few doses, my shingles pain reduced drastically. I do make sure to stay hydrated as recommended.
Rami Haddad –
The dispersible tablet is a blessing when you’re dealing with painful sores. Makes taking medication less of a chore.
Siobhan O’Reilly –
This medication helped in alleviating my symptoms of chickenpox significantly. Just follow the hydration advice.
Alejandro Ruiz –
It worked wonders on my cold sores. Quick and easy to use, just dissolve in water!
Isabella Conte –
It’s been a crucial part of my treatment plan for chickenpox. It eased the symptoms faster than I expected.
Amara Bello –
My cold sores are now a thing of the past with these tablets. Easy to use and very effective.
Omar Karim –
I was hesitant due to potential side effects, but they were manageable. Definitely recommend for shingles sufferers.
Jacques Dubois –
My doctor recommended this for herpes simplex, and it has really worked for me. Symptoms reduced significantly within a couple of days.
Youssef Belkacem –
The convenience of this form over others is unmatched. Just dissolve, drink, and let it do its work.
Keiko Matsuda –
It’s kept my viral infections in check effectively. Couldn’t ask for more from an antiviral medication!
Lars Ekström –
Experienced a bit of nausea initially, but it subsided quickly. The tablet dissolves easily and is simple to take.
Fahad Patel –
Works great for herpes, reducing the frequency and severity of outbreaks. Just be mindful of staying hydrated.
Min-Joon Park –
I’ve been using these tablets for genital herpes, and it has made a noticeable difference. Minimal side effects experienced.