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Univir Benefits & Uses

Univir is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Univir 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
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Univir Related Warnings

Is the use of Univir safe for pregnant women?

Univir is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Univir safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Univir for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Univir on the Kidneys?

Univir rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Univir on the Liver?

Univir has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Univir on the Heart?

Side effects of Univir rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Univir with Other Drugs

Univir 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

Univir Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Univir

Is this Univir habit forming or addictive?

Univir does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Univir is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Univir for mental disorders.

No

Univir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Univir

It is safe to take Univir with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Univir

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

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Univir

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Univir prevent chickenpox?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Univir an antibiotic?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, Univir is not an antibiotic. It is an antiviral drug which is used to treat infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) such as genital herpes. 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

Can Univir affect blood sugar levels?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

No, Univir does not affect blood sugar levels. It has not been reported to lower the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case if you feel lightheadedness, shaking or increased heartbeat after taking this drug then drink a glass of fruit juice, eat candies to restore your blood sugar levels and report to your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Univir cause hair loss?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Univir 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 5 years ago

Does Univir cause weight loss?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Univir does not cause weight loss. Weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Univir is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.