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Axovir 250mg Injection

Salt Composition: ACYCLOVIR

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Axovir 250mg Injection

Categories: Infectious Disease

Conditions: Antiviral

Product Introduction

Axovir 250mg injection contains acyclovir, an antiviral medication that works by inhibiting viral growth. It is used to treat chickenpox (contagious infection presenting with itchy rash and fluid-filled blisters), shingles (blistering, painful rash affecting one side of the body), and herpes infections including cold sores and genital herpes. This injection is also used to prevent recurrence of these conditions and to prevent infections in patients with compromised immunity.

Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to acyclovir, valaciclovir, or any other ingredients in the formulation. Before starting treatment, inform your physician if you have kidney disease, as dose adjustment may be necessary. Speak to your physician if you are following a low-sodium diet or are experiencing dehydration. Notify your doctor if you are aged 65 years or older, or if the patient is a child. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Notify your doctor of all other medicines you are taking concurrently with Axovir 250mg injection. Drink adequate water during treatment with this medicine to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.

Uses

Herpes simplex virus infections Herpes genitalis Chickenpox Shingles

How it works

Axovir 250mg Injection inhibits the herpes virus enzyme called DNA polymerase and DNA synthesis, which stops viral replication.

How to Use

Axovir 250mg injection is administered as an intravenous infusion into the vein. If this injection is recommended for you, it will be given by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administrate. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Severe allergy Breathing problems Swelling of the face Common: Nausea, vomiting Rash, itching Sensitivity to light Redness, swelling at the injection site

Expert Tips

Keep yourself hydrated while taking Axovir 250mg injection. Kidney patients should cautiously get injected with this medicine. Dose adjustments will be suggested to child and kidney patients. If you experience any type of side effects, contact your healthcare professional immediately. Inform your doctor if you consume any medicine. Stick to the recommended dosage and complete the full cycle of treatment, even if your symptoms improve before the treatment period ends. Practice safe sex. Connect with your physician if you have any questions, doubts, or concerns about the medicine.

References

  1. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Antiviral agents (Nonretroviral), 12th edition, 2011, 1594.
  2. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Antiviral drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 799.
  3. Wockhardt UK Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [ Revised on Feb 2018] [ Accessed on 15th May 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6175.pdf
  4. GlaxoSmithKline, US Food and Drug Administration, [ Revised on Nov 2003] [ Accessed on 15th May 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2004/18603slr027_zovirax_lbl.pdf

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: Consult your doctor Before starting the treatment, it is advised to talk with your doctor about whether taking Axovir 250mg injection during pregnancy is safe or unsafe.

Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether the Axovir 250mg injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.

Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor There are only limited studies have been done on whether to take Axovir 250mg injection during the breastfeeding period. Consult your doctor before starting the treatment

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS