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

Herpesafe Information

Herpesafe is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Cream. Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Herpesafe have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Herpesafe depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Herpesafe as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Herpesafe 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 Herpesafe is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Herpesafe's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Herpesafe since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Herpesafe are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Herpesafe have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Herpesafe is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Herpesafe Benefits & Uses

Herpesafe is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Herpesafe 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

Herpesafe Related Warnings

Is the use of Herpesafe safe for pregnant women?

Herpesafe is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Herpesafe safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Herpesafe on the Kidneys?

Herpesafe rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Herpesafe on the Liver?

Herpesafe has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Herpesafe on the Heart?

Herpesafe is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Herpesafe with Other Drugs

Herpesafe 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

Herpesafe Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Herpesafe

Is this Herpesafe habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Herpesafe has not been reported.

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

Herpesafe does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Herpesafe cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Herpesafe Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Herpesafe

Taking Herpesafe with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Herpesafe

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

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Herpesafe

Question over 5 years ago

Is Herpesafe safe to use?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Herpesafe is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at the regular dose such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Herpesafe with azithromycin?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Herpesafe 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 about 5 years ago

Can Herpesafe cause anemia?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Herpesafe 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Herpesafe cause constipation?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Herpesafe 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).

Question over 5 years ago

Can Herpesafe cause fatigue?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Herpesafe 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.