Lovir 400mg

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!

• Take Lovir by mouth with or without food.
• Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Lovir is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions.
• Start therapy with Lovir at the earliest sign or symptom of shingles or genital herpes (pain, burning, blisters).
• If treating an acute outbreak, continue using Lovir for the full course of treatment even if you feel better in a few days.
• For suppressive therapy, Lovir works best if it is taken at the same times each day.
• If you miss a dose of Lovir, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

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.