Herperax Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Herperax Information

Herperax is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Ointment. Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores are some of its major therapeutic uses. Herperax also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Herperax depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Herperax as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Herperax go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Herperax is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Herperax's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Herperax is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Herperax are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Herperax may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Herperax is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Herperax Benefits & Uses

Herperax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Herperax 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

Herperax Related Warnings

Is the use of Herperax safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Herperax in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Herperax safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Herperax as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Herperax on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Herperax on the Liver?

Herperax may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Herperax on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Herperax with Other Drugs

Herperax 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

Herperax Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Herperax

Is this Herperax habit forming or addictive?

Herperax is not addictive in nature.

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

Herperax will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Herperax is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Herperax cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Herperax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Herperax

Taking Herperax with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Herperax

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Herperax at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Herperax

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Herperax with paracetamol?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes Herperax can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not interfere with the efficacy of Herperax. 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 6 years ago

How to take Herperax?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Herperax should be taken by mouth 1 - 2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food but it is preferred to take with a meal to avoid stomach upset. The topical cream should be applied gently on the affected area 5 - 6 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. After applying Herperax, gently rub the cream till fully absorbed, then wash your hands. Precautions must be taken in patients with neurological abnormalities, and improper liver or kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Herperax cause fatigue?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Herperax causes fatigue. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of fatigue is not known. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Herperax affect fertility?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can Herperax cause constipation?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Herperax does not cause constipation. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, it may be due to some other medical conditions. Take precautionary methods to avoid constipation such as eating fibrous food, drink plenty of fluid, and take some laxative (Lactulose syrup).