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Vagacyte 450mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Panacea Biotec Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Valganciclovir
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Vagacyte 450mg Tablet

An antiviral drug, Vagacyte 450mg Tablet is given to adults to treat CMV infection of the eye and also CMV infection that occurs post organ transplant surgery. It functions by stopping the multiplication of viral cells in the body.

Notify your doctor as soon as possible on experiencing any allergic reaction that causes you pain and discomfort. Common side effects include seizures, skin paleness, fatigue, fever, chills, abnormal bleeding, pain when swallowing, swelling, lightheadedness, breathlessness, dry cough, weight loss, kidney disorders, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, sore throat, difficulty urinating, tremors, high blood pressure and irregular heartbeat.

Avoid using this medication if you are allergic to it. Before using this medication notify your doctor if you have kidney or blood cell disorder, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you are allergic to any food or medicine or substance, you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby.

The usual dose in adults for treating CMV retinitis is 900 mg orally twice per day for a period of 21 days. The dosage for this medication needs to be fixed by the doctor based on your age, medical history and condition.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Vagacyte 450mg Tablet

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Vagacyte 450mg Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Vagacyte 450mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Valniche 450mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Valniche 450mg tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Patients should not drive or operate machinery if they get affected symptoms like dizziness, ataxia, and/or confusion.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Vagacyte 450mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Vagacyte 450mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Valganciclovir, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication behaves as a prodrug, the active constituent of this medicine exists as a combination of two diastereomers. After administration, in the presence of hepatic and intestinal enzymes get converted rapidly into ganciclovir.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a HIV Specialist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Vagacyte 450mg Tablet ?

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

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Tenof 300Mg Tablet

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        Valten 300Mg Tablet

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        Telbihep 600Mg Tablet

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        Zilion 300Mg Tablet

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      References

      • Valganciclovir-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/valganciclovir

      • Valganciclovir-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01610

      • VALGANCICLOVIR tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=VALGANCICLOVIR

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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