Logivir SR 1200 Tablet

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Composition FOR Logivir 1200mg Tablet SR

Acyclovir(1200mg)

food interaction for Logivir Tablet SR

alcohol interaction for Logivir Tablet SR

pregnancy interaction for Logivir Tablet SR

lactation interaction for Logivir Tablet SR

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alcohol
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Logivir SR 1200 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Logivir SR 1200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Logivir SR 1200 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Logivir SR 1200 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Logivir 1200mg Tablet SR

Acyclovir(1200mg)

Logivir tablet sr uses

How logivir tablet sr works

Logivir SR 1200 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 logivir tablet sr

Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Fatigue, Fever, Diarrhea, Skin rash

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Expert advice FOR Logivir Tablet SR

  • 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 Logivir 1200mg Tablet SR

Acyclovir

Q. Will I get cured after taking Logivir SR 1200 Tablet for shingles?
Logivir SR 1200 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 Logivir SR 1200 Tablet prevent transmission of infection to others?
No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Logivir SR 1200 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 Logivir SR 1200 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.
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Q. Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Logivir SR 1200 Tablet?
Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Logivir SR 1200 Tablet. 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 Logivir SR 1200 Tablet, 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 Logivir SR 1200 Tablet accidentally?
Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Logivir SR 1200 Tablet over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Q. Can I get resistant to Logivir SR 1200 Tablet treatment?
Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Logivir SR 1200 Tablet. If you are not responding to Logivir SR 1200 Tablet, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.
Q. Is hair loss caused due to Logivir SR 1200 Tablet permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Logivir SR 1200 Tablet. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.

Content on this page was last updated on 10 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)