Formulation of Acylex Tab
Acyclovir
Acylex Tablet is used for the treatment of infections
that are caused by certain viruses, like different forms of Herpes Simplex
virus, Chickenpox, and Shingles etc. It can also help reduce the resurgence in
patients who suffer from repeated outbreaks. It can help sores heal faster,
reduce itching/pain, and prevent new sores from forming.
Acylex Tablet is composed of Acyclovir, which belongs to a
class of antiviral drugs known as Synthetic Nucleoside Analogues. It works by
blocking the spread of the virus in the body. If the virus is already in the
system, it can help stop the spread of the virus to other body parts and stop
serious infections.
An antiviral medication indicated in herpes simplex (a virus causing various abnormalities such as genital sores and inflammation), and varicella-zoster (chickenpox and shingles). Acyclovir is an antiviral drug that treats infections caused by herpes viruses, such as genital herpes, cold sores, shingles, and chicken pox.
Side effects associated with this includes rash,
hallucinations, somnolence (strong desire to sleep), photosensitivity
(sun-sensitivity), convulsions. Some rare side effects may appear like
transient increase in liver enzymes, blood urea & creatinine; acute renal
(kidney) failure, hepatitis (liver infection) & jaundice.
Dosages in adults
Acylex should be taken five times daily at approximately
four hourly intervals, omitting the nighttime dose. Treatment should continue
for 5 days, but in severe initial infections this may have to be extended.
In severely immunocompromised patients (e.g., after marrow
transplant) or in patients with impaired absorption from the gut, the dose can
be doubled to 400 mg Acylex or alternatively intravenous dosing could be
considered.
Dosing should begin as early as possible after the start of
an infection; for recurrent episodes, this should preferably be during the
prodromal period, or when lesions first appear.
What dose should i use
An adult patient can generally take 200–800 mg every 4 hourly for 7–10 days.
The dosage in children (12 or younger) is determined by the formula 10 mg/kg once every 4–6 hours.
The specific dosage, timing, and quantity are prescribed by the doctor, depending on the patient’s condition, symptoms, reactions, and age. Do not take in different amounts than advised/prescribed by your doctor. Be careful if self-medicating. Make sure that the course of treatment is fully completed.
How it works
How it works
Acyclovir belongs to a class of drugs called antivirals. A class of drugs is a group of medications that work in a similar way. These drugs are often used to treat similar conditions.
Acyclovir works by lowering the ability of the herpes virus to multiply in your body. This treats the symptoms of your infection. However, this drug doesn’t cure herpes infections. Herpes infections include cold sores, chickenpox, shingles, or genital herpes. Even with this drug, the herpes virus may still live in your body. Your symptoms may occur again later, even after the symptoms of your current infection go away.
Drug interaction
There are 3 main types of drug interactions to watch for:
Drug-drug interactions: This is the most common type of drug interaction and involves one drug interacting with another. If you take many medicines, your chances for this type of interaction increases. For example, taking two medicines that cause drowsiness at the same time can increase this side effect.
Drug-food and drug-drink interactions: Food and drinks can change how medicines work or worsen side effects when they are combined. Examples include beverages like grapefruit juice and statins causing muscle pain, or alcohol and opioids leading to dangerously slowed breathing.
Drug-disease interactions: Your medical conditions can affect the way a drug works or lead to side effects. For example, taking a nasal decongestant like pseudoephedrine if you have high blood pressure may worsen your high blood pressure.
Storage
- Store
this drug at room temperature. Keep it between 59 °F and 77 °F (15 °C and
25 °C).
- Keep
it away from light.
- Don’t
store this medication in moist or damp areas, such as bathrooms.
- Store
this drug at room temperature. Keep it between 59 °F and 77 °F (15 °C and
25 °C).