Description
Valcivir 1000mg is an antiviral agent prescribed for the treatment of infections caused by the herpes virus. The medicine has a salt composition of Valacyclovir 1000mg in it. The manufacturer of the medicine is Cipla Ltd. It works by killing or stopping the growth of the virus in the body. The medicine is specific for the infections caused by cold sores, shingles, genital herpes and chickenpox. It is available as a generic medicine. The medicine helps in terminating the growth and reproduction of the virus. If once infected with type 1-3 infections, the infection resists in the nervous system and gets reactive after some time. The antiviral drug helps to reduce the force of symptoms and duration of the outbreaks.
The medicine works for both the person who is able or is unable to develop a normal immune response. It directly distresses the virus and fights with the infection. It is active against herpes simplex virus. The medicine is also useful to prevent cytomegalo-virus after a kidney transplant. It does not cure herpes but helps in the prevention of the infection outbreak. It is useful in reducing the risk of virus spreading.
Dosage
The adjustment of the dose is done by the doctor if required. Try not to take the medicine more than once at a time. Avoid the use of the medicine without doctor’s consultation as it might be harmful to another medication usage.
Benefits
Take a single dose of Valcivir 1000mg with water twice a day to treat the infection. It takes several days to produce noticeable improvement. It can also help to prevent the establishment of viral latency by altering the sensitivity of substance.
Precautions
Restrict Valcivir 1000mg if you are allergic to it. Do not pass the medicine to another person. Keep the medicine away from warm and damp places. Try not to dispose of the medicine in wastewater.Avoid the medicine from children and pets. Avoid using the medicine if you are allergic to the salt composition or any of the inactive ingredients of the medicine.
Side Effects
1. Headache
2. Vomiting
3. Tiredness
4. Fever
