Zovistar 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zovistar Information

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

The correct dosage of Zovistar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Zovistar have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Zovistar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Zovistar has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zovistar related warnings talks about Zovistar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Zovistar is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zovistar are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Zovistar have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zovistar is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Zovistar Benefits & Uses

Zovistar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Zovistar 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

Zovistar Related Warnings

Is the use of Zovistar safe for pregnant women?

Zovistar is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Zovistar safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Zovistar on the Kidneys?

Zovistar rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zovistar on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Zovistar on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zovistar on the Heart?

Side effects of Zovistar rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zovistar with Other Drugs

Zovistar 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

Zovistar Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zovistar

Is this Zovistar habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Zovistar is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

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

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Zovistar is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Zovistar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zovistar

You can take Zovistar with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zovistar

Taking Zovistar and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Zovistar

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zovistar safe to use?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zovistar 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Zovistar affect fertility?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Zovistar?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Take Zovistar as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zovistar with azithromycin?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zovistar 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 over 5 years ago

Can Zovistar cause acne?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Zovistar does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patient who is taking this medicine. However, if you are experiencing acne after taking this drug, this might be due to other medical conditions. You are advised to use some over the counter creams such as salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide cream.