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Herpex 800 MG Tablet
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Herpex 800 MG Tablet

Manufactured byTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsAciclovir
Description
Herpex 800 MG Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It is used in the treatment of viral infections such as genital herpes (an infection that causes sores around the genitals and rectum area), shingles (painful rashes that can occur due to the reactivation of the chickenpox virus in the body), and chickenpox (a highly contagious viral infection that causes blisters and itchy rash on the skin). Herpex 800 MG Tablet works by preventing the multiplication of the viruses. Thus, it decreases the severity of the infection and reduces the symptoms. Herpex 800 MG Tablet may cause common side effects such as dizziness, headache, diarrhoea, stomach pain, indigestion, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or become severe. Herpex 800 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor. Take it at the same time every day for the ease of remembering. Do not skip doses or discontinue the treatment without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition. Herpex 800 MG Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or any other health conditions. Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines to avoid undesired effects. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medication.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Herpex 800 MG Tablet

Acivir 800 MG Tablet
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Zovirax 800 MG Tablet
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Herpex 800 MG Tablet

  • Stomach pain
  • Increased thirst
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness
  • Fever with chills
  • Seizures
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Rashes

Uses of Herpex 800 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Genital Herpes
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken for Herpex 800 MG Tablet to show its effect is not clinically determined.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Herpex 800 MG Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically determined.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Herpex 800 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Animal studies indicate that Herpex 800 MG Tablet does not harm the developing foetus. However, due to the lack of human studies use this medicine during pregnancy only upon your doctor's recommendation. Your doctor will consider the potential risks and benefits before prescribing it to you.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Herpex 800 MG Tablet passes into the breastmilk in low amounts. Therefore, consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Herpex 800 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Animal studies indicate that Herpex 800 MG Tablet does not harm the developing foetus. However, due to the lack of human studies use this medicine during pregnancy only upon your doctor's recommendation. Your doctor will consider the potential risks and benefits before prescribing it to you.

Breast-feeding

Herpex 800 MG Tablet passes into the breastmilk in low amounts. Therefore, consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Elderly population

Herpex 800 MG Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly population as the risk of kidney injury is high. Dose adjustments may be necessary for the elderly with kidney problems.

Vaccination for viral infections

Vaccination with varicella and zoster vaccine should be avoided during treatment with Herpex 800 MG Tablet, as it may inactivate the vaccine before your body can develop immunity to the virus. Hence, inform your doctor about the use of this medicine before getting vaccinated. Your doctor may delay giving the vaccine until the medicine gets eliminated from your body.

Driving or operating machines

Herpex 800 MG Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Herpex 800 MG Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose ofHerpex 800 MG Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Phenytoin

Tacrolimus

Sulfasalazine

Tizanidine

Zoster vaccine live

Varicella Vaccine (Live)

Disease interactions

Impaired kidney function

Herpex 800 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems, as this medicine is filtered by the kidneys. A damaged kidney may lead to the accumulation of the medicine and increase the risk of kidney damage. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Herpex 800 MG Tablet may be taken with or without food. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine to prevent dehydration. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Herpex 800 MG Tablet works by preventing the multiplication of the viruses.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Antiviral agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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