Manufacturer
Ranbaxy
Contents
Acyclovir
Indication
Lovir is used for treating chickenpox (varicella) or shingles (herpes zoster) and treating or suppressing genital herpes infections. Lovir is an antiviral. It works by stopping viral replication. However, Lovir does not eliminate the virus, is not a cure, and does not prevent transmission to others.
Instruction
Use Lovir as directed by your doctor!
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lovir.
Drug interaction
Lovir interact with: probenecid (Benemid), Tizanidine, Varicella Virus Vaccine, Fosphenytoin, Phenytoin, Valproic Acid. Also note that interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. As usual it affects the effect of drugs, so consult with your doctor about how it interactions are being managed or should be managed.