Valacyclovir Tablet - Valcivir 500 Tablet

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Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
Contains / Salt: Valacyclovir (500 mg)

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Valacyclovir Information

Valacyclovir is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Valacyclovir have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Valacyclovir depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Valacyclovir Benefits & Uses

Valacyclovir is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Valacyclovir 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: Genital Herpes Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Chickenpox Before or After Meal: Either 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
Geriatric	Disease: Genital Herpes Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cold Sores Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Valacyclovir Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Valacyclovir is used -

Moderate

Dehydration

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Dizziness
Diarrhoea
Photosensitivity
Fatigue
Sinus inflammation
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Agitation

Common

Joint aches

Valacyclovir Related Warnings

Is the use of Valacyclovir safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Valacyclovir safe during breastfeeding?

Valacyclovir is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Valacyclovir on the Kidneys?

Valacyclovir rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Valacyclovir on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Valacyclovir on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Valacyclovir on the Heart?

Valacyclovir is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Valacyclovir with Other Drugs

Valacyclovir should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Probenecid

Mild

Cimetidine

Valacyclovir Contraindications

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

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Valacyclovir

Is this Valacyclovir habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Valacyclovir has not been reported.

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

After taking Valacyclovir, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Valacyclovir can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Valacyclovir only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Valacyclovir is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Valacyclovir Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Valacyclovir

You can take Valacyclovir with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Valacyclovir

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Valacyclovir with alcohol will be.

Unknown