Valcivir 1000mg
| Description |
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| SKU | 1166 |
| Generic For | Valtrex |
| Strength | 1000mg |
| Generic Name | Valacyclovir |
| Pack Size | Qty | Price Per Pill or Unit | Price | Cart | |
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| 30 Tablet/s | US$ 1.80 | US$ 54.05 | |||
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| 60 Tablet/s | US$ 1.80 | US$ 108.11 | |||
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| 90 Tablet/s | US$ 1.80 | US$ 162.16 | |||
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Valcivir 1000 mg is an antiviral medication formulated to treat herpes. It effectively relieves the symptoms associated with genital herpes, shingles, cold sores, and chicken pox. This is Valtrex 500mg alternative controls the rate of escalation of the virus and allows the body’ defense system to fight the infection. Treatment must start as soon as the first symptoms are observed. The active pharmaceutical ingredient contained in the drug is Valacyclovir, which is a prodrug of acyclovir. The herpes virus is contagious, taking Valcivir 1000mg doses will not cure or stop the herpes virus from spreading.
What is Valcivir 1000mg used for?
Valcivir is useful in treating the following health conditions:
- Genital herpes
- Chicken pox
- Herpes labialis
- Herpes zoster
It is also used for the reduction of transmission of genital herpes.
How does Valcivir work?
Valcivir 1000mg has the active component known as Valacyclovir is Valtrex alternative, which rapidly converted to acyclovir. This Acyclovir interferes with viral DNA synthesis. The action not only inhibited viral replication, reduced time of healing of lesions, and decreased viral shedding, but also reduced transmission of genital herpes.
What does Valcivir contain?
The medicine is supplied as tablets for oral administration. Each tablet contains 1000 mg of the chief ingredient Valacyclovir, which is the hydrochloride salt of the L-valyl ester of antiviral drug acyclovir.
What medications interact with Valcivir?
- Coadminstration of Valcivir with cimetidine and probenecid may increase blood levels.
- If used along with nephrotoxic drugs may cause increased risk of adverse renal effects.
Patients are instructed to inform physician of all medications, herbal products, or vitamins being consumed and consult with your physician before starting any medical treatment.
When should Valcivir not be used?
- Valcivir should not be used in by those patients who have had a demonstrated clinically significantly hypersensitivity reaction.
Use it with caution in the following situations:
- Renal impairment
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
- Paediatrics
- Geriatrics
What are the side effects of Valcivir?
- Central nervous system disorders: agitation, dizziness, confusion, headache, seizures, encephalopathy, weakness, hallucinations.
- Haematological issues: thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura or haemolytic uremic syndrome.
- Genitouterine disorders: crystalluria, renal failure
- Gastrointestinal disorders: anorexia, diarrhea, nausea, constipation, and abdominal pain.
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