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food interaction for Herpex Tablet
alcohol interaction for Herpex Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Herpex Tablet
lactation interaction for Herpex Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Herpex 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Herpex 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Herpex 200mg Tablet 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
Herpex 200mg Tablet 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.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Herpex 200mg Tablet
Acyclovir(200mg)
Herpex tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of genital herpes infection, chickenpox, herpes simplex virus infections, herpes labialis and shingles.
How herpex tablet works
Herpex 200mg Tablet 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 herpex tablet
Low blood platelets, Vomiting, Rash, Nausea, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Convulsion, Breathlessness, Dry skin, Burning sensation, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), General discomfort, Itching, Urticaria, Inflammation of vein, Dry lips, Skin peeling, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Anaphylactic reaction, Encephalopathy, Coma, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin)
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Expert advice FOR Herpex Tablet
- 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 Herpex 200mg Tablet
Acyclovir
Q. Will I get cured after taking Herpex 200mg Tablet for shingles?
Herpex 200mg Tablet 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 Herpex 200mg Tablet prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Herpex 200mg Tablet. 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 Herpex 200mg Tablet?
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.