Famciclovir

Famciclovir is antiviral agent. Famciclovir is a diacetyl ester prodrug of 6-deoxy penciclovir, an acyclic guanosine derivative. Famciclovir is active against herpes simplex virus 1 and 2, varicella zoster virus and hepatitis B virus.

Brands
FAMVIR FAMCLOR FAMCIVIR
Adult Dose
Dose: 250 mg
Single Dose: 250 (250)
Frequency: 12 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions: Suppression of Recurrent Genital Herpes should be given for 1 year.
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
Famciclovir also known as Famsitlorin, Famsitlorin. . It is of Synthetic origin. . The Molecular Weight of Famciclovir is 321.30.
Contraindications
Famciclovir
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Famciclovir, which give rise to further complications include Hallucinations, Hallucinations, Granulocytopenia.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Famciclovir are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Fever, Abdominal pain, Skin rashes, Confusion, Jaundice, Hallucination, Dyspepsia, Nausea and vomiting, Confusion, Skin rashes, dizziness, dyspepsia.
Indications
Famciclovir is primarily indicated in conditions like Genital herpes, Herpes simplex infections, Herpes zoster, Recuurent infection, Treatment of herpes zoster, Varicella zoster infections.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Famciclovir was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Tab Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Warnings
Famciclovir should be used with caution in patients with pre-existing kidney disease or if have any allergy. Caution is advised in the elderly.This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation.
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