Atc: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Atc Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Atc Dosage & How to Take
Atc Side Effects
Atc Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Atc with Other Drugs
Atc Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Atc
Atc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Atc Benefits & Uses

Atc is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Herpes
Shingles
Cold Sores (Read More - Home remedies for cold sores or fever blisters)

Other Benefits

Atc 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

Atc Related Warnings

Is the use of Atc safe for pregnant women?

Atc is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Atc safe during breastfeeding?

Atc has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Atc on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Atc on the Liver?

Atc is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
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.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Atc with Other Drugs

Atc 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

Atc Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Atc

Is this Atc habit forming or addictive?

Atc does not cause addiction.

No
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.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Atc is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Atc cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Atc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Atc

You can take Atc with food.

Safe
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.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Atc

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Atc?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Atc cause hair loss?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Atc with azithromycin?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Atc cause acne?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Atc cause headache?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

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.