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Zovirax 200 Tablet

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Manufacturer

Glaxo Smithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition

Acyclovir (200mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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₹37.51 MRP ₹42.62

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Pack Size

5 tablets in 1 strip

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Product Description

Zovirax 200 Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection. Zovirax 200 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage. Some side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.


USES OF ZOVIRAX TABLET

  • Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
  • Chickenpox
  • Herpes labialis
  • Shingles
  • Genital herpes infection

BENEFITS OF ZOVIRAX TABLET

In Herpes Simplex Virus Infections

Zovirax 200 Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus in the body. It will not cure herpes and neither it prevents passing on the infection to others. However, it can speed up healing of the sores and decrease the symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning, itching. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

 

SIDE EFFECTS OF ZOVIRAX TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zovirax

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Fever
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Skin rash
  • Photophobia

HOW TO USE ZOVIRAX TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zovirax 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.


HOW ZOVIRAX TABLET WORKS

Zovirax 200 Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.


Safety Advice

Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zovirax 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Zovirax 200 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Zovirax 200 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
Zovirax 200 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
Zovirax 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zovirax 200 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
Zovirax 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zovirax 200 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Zovirax 200 Tablet
If you miss a dose of Zovirax 200 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Fact Box
Habit Forming : No
Therapeutic Class : ANTI INFECTIVES

Additional Information

  • Expiery Date : 2 Years from MFD
  • Weight : 0.1 kg
  • Dimension : 10 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm

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Manufacturer details:
Name: Glaxo Smithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
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