Dispersible Aciclovir 400 mg Tablets

Aciclovir 400 Tablet is a drug that fights viruses. It treats viral infections like cold sores, shingles, and genital herpes. It stops the virus from making more copies in our cells, so it can get rid of the infection.

How To Use?

• Locate the area on the top part of your gum above the teeth next to your two front teeth.
• Take a delayed-release tablet out of the container with dry hands.
• Carefully place the tablet on the top part of your gum, just above one of your front teeth on the same side as the cold sore. Don’t put it on the inside of your lip or cheek.
• Keep the tablet still for 30 seconds.
• If the tablet doesn’t stay on your gum, move it so it does. If it sticks to your cheek or lip, put it on your gum instead. Keep the tablet where it is until it disappears.
• Don’t move the tablet from where it is. Make sure the tablet is still there after you eat, drink, or rinse your mouth.

Benefits

Here are the main advantages of the Aciclovir 400 mg tablet:

How Antiviral Medications Work: Aciclovir is a medicine that stops the herpes virus from making copies of itself.

Effective against a wide variety of viruses. Aciclovir works well against different types of herpes viruses, like cold sores, genital herpes, and chickenpox.

Proven effectiveness: Aciclovir is a well-known medication that is used to treat and prevent different infections caused by the herpes virus. It has been thoroughly researched and proven to be effective.

Less of the virus is being spread. Aciclovir has been proven to make viral shedding less and not as strong, which can lower the chance of passing the virus to others.

Easy to take: The 400 mg tablet makes it easier for patients to take their medicine. They usually take it 3 times a day, which makes it more likely that they will follow their doctor’s instructions.

Multi-functional Programs: Aciclovir 400 mg tablets can be used to treat herpes infections and to prevent and manage outbreaks, like in the case of genital herpes.

Possibility of getting sick for people with weaker immune systems: Aciclovir helps treat viral infections in people with weakened immune systems, like those with HIV/AIDS or getting cancer treatment.

Generic availability: When a generic version of a medication is available for purchase. Aciclovir is a cheaper option for treating the same conditions as the more expensive branded medications.

Side Effects

• Fever
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Skin rash
• Photophobia
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Fatigue

Precautions

•  Aciclovir is primarily eliminated through the kidneys, and its dosage may need to be adjusted in patients with impaired renal function to prevent potential accumulation and associated adverse effects.
• Adequate hydration should be maintained during Aciclovir therapy to prevent the risk of crystalluria and renal complications, especially in patients with pre-existing renal conditions.
• Aciclovir may interact with certain medications, such as probenecid, cimetidine, and cyclosporine, which can affect its metabolism and increase the risk of side effects. 
• The use of Aciclovir during pregnancy should be carefully evaluated, as its safety has not been fully established. Breastfeeding should be discussed with the healthcare provider, as Aciclovir can be excreted in breast milk.
• In rare cases, Aciclovir has been associated with neurological side effects, such as confusion, hallucinations, and seizures, especially in patients with underlying neurological conditions or those with compromised renal function.
• Patients with a known hypersensitivity to Aciclovir, valacyclovir, or any of the excipients in the formulation should avoid using Aciclovir 400 mg tablets.
• Long-term or repeated use of Aciclovir may lead to the development of drug-resistant viral strains, which may require alternative treatment strategies.