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Virax Benefits & Uses

Virax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Herpes (Read More - From Aloe Vera to Essential Oils: Home Remedies for Herpes)
Shingles
Cold Sores (Read More - Home remedies for cold sores or fever blisters)

Other Benefits

Virax Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 800 mcg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Virax Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Virax is used -

Moderate

Confusion
Hallucinations
Increased Liver Enzymes
Erythema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Unknown

पेट दर्द
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Drowsiness
Fatigue
Hepatitis
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Virax Related Warnings

Is the use of Virax safe for pregnant women?

Virax is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Virax safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Virax for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Virax on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Virax on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Virax on the Liver?

Side effects of Virax rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Virax on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Virax on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Virax with Other Drugs

Virax should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amikacin

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Cidofovir

Cidofovir Injection

Moderate

Cyclosporine

Virax Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Virax unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Virax

Is this Virax habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Virax has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Virax since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Virax, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Virax for mental disorders.

No

Virax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Virax

Taking Virax with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Virax

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Virax are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Virax

Question over 5 years ago

Does Virax cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Virax does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision which are symptoms of low blood pressure after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till restored normal blood pressure.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Virax prevent chickenpox?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Virax does not prevent chickenpox. Clinical studies suggest that Virax alone cannot prevent chickenpox caused by varicella-zoster virus (VZV) in immunocompromised patients (weak immune system) but Virax can successfully treat chickenpox with the combination of other antiviral drugs.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Virax with paracetamol?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes Virax can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not interfere with the efficacy of Virax. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Virax with azithromycin?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Virax can be taken with azithromycin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Virax affect fertility?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Virax does not affect fertility. Animal studies have shown that Virax does not impair fertility. Also Virax induced infertility has not been reported by the patients who are taking Virax.