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HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT

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Composition FOR Herpesafe 800mg Tablet DT

Acyclovir(800mg)

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HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Herpesafe 800mg Tablet DT

Acyclovir(800mg)

Herpesafe tablet dt uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of genital herpes infection, chickenpox, herpes simplex virus infections, herpes labialis and shingles.

How herpesafe tablet dt works

HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

Common side effects of herpesafe tablet dt

Vomiting, Rash, Nausea, Convulsion, Itching, Encephalopathy, Coma, Photosensitivity, Abdominal pain, Headache, Dizziness, Fatigue, Fever, Hair loss, Hallucination, Confusion, Agitation, Tremors, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Difficulty in speaking, Psychotic behaviour, Hives

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Expert advice FOR Herpesafe Tablet DT

  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
  • If you have genital herpes, use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Herpesafe 800mg Tablet DT

Acyclovir

Q. Will I get cured after taking HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT for shingles?
HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.
Q. Does HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.
Q. What are the serious side effects of HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT?
Serious side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.
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Q. Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT?
Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.
Q. What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT accidentally?
Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Q. Can I get resistant to HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT treatment?
Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. If you are not responding to HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.
Q. Is hair loss caused due to HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.
Q. Will I get cured after taking HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT for shingles?
HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.
Q. Does HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.
Q. What are the serious side effects of HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT?
Serious side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.
Q. Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT?
Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.
Q. What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT accidentally?
Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Q. Can I get resistant to HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT treatment?
Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. If you are not responding to HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.
Q. Is hair loss caused due to HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of HERPESAFE 800MG TABLET DT. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.

Content on this page was last updated on 09 August, 2026, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)