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Atc is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores. Secondary and off-label uses of Atc have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Atc depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Atc can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Atc are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Atc has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Atc related warnings talks about Atc's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atc can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atc in conditions like Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Atc are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Atc may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Atc, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Atc 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Atc safe for pregnant women?
Atc is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Atc safe during breastfeeding?
Atc has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atc on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Atc on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Atc on the Liver?
Atc is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Atc on the Heart?
Atc may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Atc 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 Atc unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atc habit forming or addictive?
Atc does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Atc as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Atc is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atc cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Atc
You can take Atc with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atc
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Atc is a brand name of acyclovir and it comes in different dosage forms such as a tablet, injection, and topical cream. It belongs to the class of drug known as antivirals. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of infections caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) such as genital herpes and herpes labialis (cold sores). It is also used in the treatment of chickenpox and herpes zoster (shingles) which are caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV).
Yes, Atc might cause hair loss (alopecia) but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with the doctor for best possible treatment to hair loss.
Yes, Atc 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.
No, Atc does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patient who is taking this medicine. However, if you are experiencing acne after taking this drug, this might be due to other medical conditions. You are advised to use some over the counter creams such as salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide cream.
Rarely, Atc 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.
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)