Generic Valtrex (Valcivir Tablets) - Product Information
Generic Valtrex (Valcivir tablets) is used for the treatment of herpes zoster (shingles) and the reduction of zoster - associated pain, which includes acute and post herpetic neuralgia, when given to immunocompetent patients in infection of less than 72 hours duration.
Generic Valtrex is also used for the treatment of herpes simplex infections of the skin and mucous membranes including initial and recurrent genital herpes in immunocompetent patients.
Valcivir tablets is used for the prevention (suppression) of recurrent herpes simplex infections of the skin and mucous membranes, including genital herpes in immunocompetent and immunocompromised patients.
Valacyclovir Hydrochloride tablets (Generic Valtrex ) is also used for the prevention of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection and disease, following organ transplantation.
Valcivir tablets are manufactured by Cipla Ltd. in the strengths of 500 mg and 1000 mg.
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Name of the Drug
We supply original Valcivir tablets manufactured by Cipla Ltd..
Manufacturer of Valcivir Tablets
Cipla Ltd.
Website: cipla.com
Active Ingredient present in Valcivir Tablets
The active ingredient present in Valcivir tablets is Valacyclovir Hydrochloride.
Uses of Generic Valtrex (Valcivir by Cipla)
This is an antiviral medicine that lowers the ability of herpes viruses to multiply in your body. This medicine is used in adults:
• to treat cold sores (also called fever blisters or herpes labialis)
• to treat shingles (also called herpes zoster)
• to treat or control genital herpes outbreaks in adults with normal immune systems
• to control genital herpes outbreaks in adults infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) with CD4+ cell count greater than 100 cells/mm3
This medicine used daily with the following safer sex practices can lower the chances of passing genital herpes to your partner:
• do not have sexual contact with your partner when you have any symptom or outbreak of genital herpes.
• use a condom made of latex or polyurethane whenever you have sexual contact.
This medicine is used in children:
• to treat cold sores (for children ≥12 years of age)
• to treat chickenpox (for children 2 to <18 years of age) • This medicine does not cure herpes infections (cold sores, chickenpox, shingles, or genital herpes). The efficacy of this medicine has not been studied in children who have not reached puberty.
What are cold sores, chickenpox, shingles, and genital herpes?
Cold sores are caused by a herpes virus that may be spread by kissing or other physical contact with the infected area of the skin. They are small, painful ulcers that you get in or around your mouth. It is not known if this medicine can stop the spread of cold sores to others.
Chickenpox is caused by a herpes virus. It causes an itchy rash of multiple small, red bumps that look like pimples or insect bites usually appearing first on the abdomen or back and face. It can spread to almost everywhere else on the body and may be accompanied by flu-like symptoms.
Shingles is caused by the same herpes virus that causes chickenpox. It causes small, painful blisters that happen on your skin. Shingles occurs in people who have already had chickenpox. Shingles can be spread to people who have not had chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine by contact with the infected areas of the skin. It is not known if this medicine can stop the spread of shingles to others.
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease. It causes small, painful blisters on your genital area. You can spread genital herpes to others, even when you have no symptoms. If you are sexually active, you can still pass herpes to your partner, even if you are taking the medicine.
Ask your healthcare provider for more information about safer sex practices.
Generic Valtrex (Valcivir by Cipla) - Dosage
The dosage of Generic Valtrex (Valcivir tablets) is given below. This is a general dosage guideline. Please consult your doctor for exact dosage, which wuill vary as per individual and the indication being treated.
Shingles
For the treatment of shingles (herpes zoster) in adults, the recommended dose is Valtrex 1000 mg (1 gram) taken by mouth three times a day for seven days.
Cold Sores
For the treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis) in adults and children age 12 and older, the recommended dose is Valtrex 2000 mg (2 grams), twice a day, for one day. The two doses should be taken about 12 hours apart.
Genital Herpes
When treating the initial infection of genital herpes, the recommended dose is Valtrex 1000 mg (1 gram), taken twice a day for ten days.
For the treatment of recurring outbreaks, the recommended dose is Valtrex 500 mg, taken twice a day for three days.
Genital Herpes Suppression
For preventing future outbreaks of genital herpes, the recommended dose is Valtrex 1000 mg (1 gram), taken once a day, every day. For people who have had fewer than ten outbreaks of genital herpes in one year, the Valtrex dosage may be decreased to 500 mg a day, every day.
For people with HIV and genital herpes who have a CD4 cell count equal to or greater than 100 cells/mm3, the dose of Valtrex to prevent future outbreaks is 500 mg, taken twice a day, every day. Valtrex has not been studied in people with HIV who have a CD4 cell count less than 100 cells/mm3.
Preventing Spread of Genital Herpes
To decrease the chances of spreading genital herpes to sexual partners, people who have had fewer than ten outbreaks per year can take Valtrex 500 mg once a day. The medication has not been studied for this use in people who have ten or more outbreaks per year. Safer sexual practices should still be used. Condoms should always be used, and sexual contact should be avoided during an outbreak.
Chickenpox
Your child's healthcare provider will calculate the recommended Valtrex dose for chickenpox based on your child's weight. In general, the recommended dose for children age 2 to 18 years old is 20 mg per kg (about 9 mg per pound) three times a day for five days. The dose should not exceed 1000 mg three times daily, although this only becomes important for larger children.
How to Use Generic Valtrex (Valcivir tablets)
Take Valcivir tablets exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Your dose of Generic Valtrex and length of treatment will depend on the type of herpes infection that you have and any other medical problems that you have.
Do not stop taking this medicine or change your treatment without talking to your healthcare provider. The medicine can be taken with or without food.
If you are taking this medicine to treat cold sores, chickenpox, shingles, or genital herpes, you should start treatment as soon as possible after your symptoms start. This medicine may not help you if you start treatment too late.
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember and then take your next dose at its regular time. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, do not take the missed dose. Wait and take the next dose at the regular time.
Do not take more than the prescribed amount of this medicine each day. Call your healthcare provider right away if you take too much of this medicine.
Valacyclovir HCl (Valcivir Tablets) Side Effects
The side effects of Valacyclovir HCl (Valcivir Tablets) are given below:
Common side effects of Generic Valtrex (Valacyclovir HCl tablets) in adults include headache, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, and dizziness. Side effects in HIV-infected adults include headache, tiredness, and rash. These side effects usually are mild and do not cause patients to stop taking this medicine.
Other less common side effects in adults include painful periods in women, joint pain, depression, low blood cell counts, and changes in tests that measure how well the liver and kidneys work.
Kidney failure and nervous system problems are not common but can be serious in some patients taking this medicine. Nervous system problems include: aggressive behavior, unsteady movement, shaky movements, confusion, speech problems, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are really not there), seizures, and coma. Kidney failure and nervous system problems have happened in patients who already have kidney disease and in elderly patients whose kidneys do not work well due to age. Always tell your healthcare provider if you have kidney problems before taking this medicine. Call your doctor right away if you get a nervous system problem while you are taking this medicine.
The most common side effect seen in children <18 years of age is headache.
These are not all the side effects of this medicine. Talk to your healthcare provider if you develop any side effects that concern you. For more information ask your healthcare provider.
Warnings & Precautions when using Generic Valtrex
Do not take Generic Valtrex if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Before taking this medicine, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including:
• If you have had a bone marrow transplant or kidney transplant, or if you have advanced HIV disease or "AIDS". Patients with these conditions may have a higher chance for getting a blood disorder called thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura/hemolytic uremic syndrome (TTP/HUS). TTP/HUS can result in death.
• If you have kidney problems. Patients with kidney problems may have a higher chance for getting side effects or more kidney problems with Valtrex. Your healthcare provider may give you a lower dose of this medicine.
• If you are 65 years of age or older. Elderly patients have a higher chance of certain side effects. Also, elderly patients are more likely to have kidney problems. Your healthcare provider may give you a lower dose of this medicine.
• About all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. This medicine may affect other medicines, and other medicines may affect this medicine. It is a good idea to keep a complete list of all the medicines you take. Show this list to your healthcare provider time you get a new medicine.
Generic Valtrex and Pregnancy
Valacyclovir Hydrochloride tablets (Generic Valtrex) is classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category B. Valcivir tablets should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the foetus.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Talk with your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits of taking drugs (including this medicine) during pregnancy.
If you are breastfeeding. This medicine may pass into your milk and it may harm your baby. Talk with your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby if you are taking this medicine.
Buy Valcivir Tablets Online at Only $1.40 per Pill
You can buy Generic Valtrex online from Clear Sky Pharmacy. Valcivir 500 mg and 1000 mg pills, manufactured by Cipla Ltd., India are supplied in a strip of 3 tablets. The 500 mg tablets cost only $1.40 per unit when you place an order for 300 tablets.
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