Acyclovir 500 MG Injection

Acyclovir 500 MG Injection can be classified as an anti-viral drug used to inhibit the growth of the virus by destroying the infected cells. The injection manages and cures a number of viral infections such as-

• Herpes
• Chickenpox
• shingles

It is best that you avoid taking Acyclovir 500 MG Injection if you are allergic to the drug or any ingredients in it. Special care should be taken if you are on Acyclovir 500 MG Injection and suffer from other health issues like kidney problems, abnormalities of the nervous system or taking various other drugs. Inform you doctor if you are on medication that treats gout, asthma, peptic ulcers or if you are taking an immunosuppressant.

Take the drug as per specific directions of your medical practitioner. You should be aware of some of the side effects that you may suffer from while taking this injection such as Dizziness, diarrhea, rashes, headache, weakness and light sensitivity. Some of the more serious side effects are- allergic reactions, hives, and loss of hair and development of hepatitis. Get in touch with your doctor if your side effects do not go away.

• Herpes Zoster Infections

• Genital Herpes

• Chickenpox

• Allergy

• Swelling And Redness At The Injection Site

• Abdominal Pain

• Increased Thirst

• Loss Of Appetite

• Unusual Tiredness And Weakness

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Fever With Chills

• Seizures

• Unusual Bleeding

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this injection lasts for a duration of 9 to 12 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The maximum effect of this medication can be observed in 2 hours after an intravenous administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not suggested for pregnant women. Discuss with your doctor before using Acyclovir 500 MG Injection.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit tendencies have been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This injection is excreted through the breastmilk and hence can affect the baby's health. Discuss with your doctor about the benefits and risks before using it. Monitoring of any undesired effects is suggested.

• Missed Dose instructions

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Acyclovir 500 MG Injection belongs to antiviral agents. It works by inhibiting the viral DNA synthesis by inhibiting the DNA polymerase enzyme and thus inhibits the multiplication of the virus.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

test

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Phenytoin

  The desired effect of phenytoin may not be achieved if taken with Acyclovir 500 MG Injection. Inform the doctor if you are receiving phenytoin or if you have a history of seizures. Suitable dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Tacrolimus

  Acyclovir 500 MG Injection may increase the risk of kidney injury when taken with tacrolimus or any other medicines that cause kidney injury. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary. Inform the doctor if you experience any symptoms such as sudden weight gain, changes in the frequency of the urination. Dose adjustments or an alternate treatment is considered based on the clinical condition.

  Sulfasalazine

  Acyclovir 500 MG Injection may increase the risk of kidney injury when taken with sulfasalazine or any other medicines that cause kidney injury. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary. Inform the doctor if you experience any symptoms such as sudden weight gain, changes in the frequency of the urination. Dose adjustments or an alternate treatment is considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Impaired Kidney Function

  Acyclovir 500 MG Injection should not be used with caution in the patients with the pre-existing kidney injury or impaired function.

  Neurological Disorder

  medicine-common-name> can enhance the risk of Neurological disorder, especially in the elderly population with a kidney or liver injury.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.