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Acicet Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores. Acicet Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Acicet Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Acicet Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acicet Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Acicet Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Acicet Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Acicet Tablet related warnings section.
Acicet Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Acicet Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Acicet Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Acicet Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Acicet Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Acicet Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Acicet Tablet in pregnant women.
Is the use of Acicet Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Acicet Tablet may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Acicet Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Acicet Tablet on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Acicet Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Acicet Tablet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Acicet Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Acicet Tablet on the heart have been reported.
Acicet Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acicet Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acicet Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Acicet Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Acicet Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Acicet Tablet is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Acicet Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Acicet Tablet
Taking Acicet Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acicet Tablet
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Acicet Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Rarely, Acicet Tablet causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this medicine. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balms and take rest, even if the pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Acicet Tablet may cause anemia as well as thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) but it occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing tiredness or shortness of breath or bleeding then discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
No, Acicet Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an antiviral drug which is used to treat infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) such as genital herpes. It is also used in the treatment of chickenpox and herpes zoster (shingles) which are caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV).
Yes, Acicet Tablet has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Acicet Tablet does not cause weight loss. Weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Acicet Tablet is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 798-800
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zovirax® (acyclovir)