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Opsivir Benefits & Uses

Opsivir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Herpes (Read More - From Aloe Vera to Essential Oils: Home Remedies for Herpes)
Shingles
Cold Sores (Read More - Home remedies for cold sores or fever blisters)

Other Benefits

Opsivir 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

Opsivir Related Warnings

Is the use of Opsivir safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Opsivir without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Opsivir safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Opsivir on the Kidneys?

Opsivir rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Opsivir on the Liver?

Opsivir is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Opsivir on the Heart?

Opsivir has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Opsivir with Other Drugs

Opsivir 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

Opsivir Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Opsivir

Is this Opsivir habit forming or addictive?

Opsivir does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Opsivir since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Opsivir is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Opsivir for mental disorders.

No

Opsivir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Opsivir

It is safe to take Opsivir with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Opsivir

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

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Opsivir

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Opsivir?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Opsivir 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 about 5 years ago

Can Opsivir cause anemia?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Opsivir 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Opsivir prevent chickenpox?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, Opsivir does not prevent chickenpox. Clinical studies suggest that Opsivir alone cannot prevent chickenpox caused by varicella-zoster virus (VZV) in immunocompromised patients (weak immune system) but Opsivir can successfully treat chickenpox with the combination of other antiviral drugs.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Opsivir on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

No, Opsivir should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of the infection. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Opsivir cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Opsivir does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision which are symptoms of low blood pressure after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till restored normal blood pressure.