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Overview
FAMCICLOVIR is a Schedule H drug.Famciclovir is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus so that the body can fight off the infection. Famciclovir will not cure herpes, but it can lessen the symptoms of the infections. Famciclovir is used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles. There is no cure for herpes and famciclovir will not prevent you from developing symptoms in the future.
Usage
FAMCICLOVIR is generally used to treat: Genital Herpes, ShinglesFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
Caution should be exercised in patients withSymptoms of Overdosage
FAMCICLOVIR over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
FAMCICLOVIR : Angioedema, Head Headache, Loose Motion, Nausea, Confusion, Fever, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, DizzinessDisease Interactions
FAMCICLOVIR can interfere with: Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
FAMCICLOVIR is categorized as: PURINE NUCLEOSIDES / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVESStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with FAMCICLOVIR as Ingredient
FAMCIMAC 250MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG |
FAMCIMAC 500MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG |
FAMNOVA 500MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG |
FAMTREX 250MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG |
FAMTREX 500MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG |
MICROVIR 250MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG |
MICROVIR 500MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 500 MG |
PENVIR 250MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG |
PENVIR 500MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG |
VIRAX FC TAB | FAMCICLOVIR |
VIROVIR 250MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 250.0 MG |
VIROVIR 500MG TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 500.0 MG |
VIROVIR TAB | FAMCICLOVIR 250 MG |