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What is ACIVIR?
ACIVIR contains Acyclovir which belongs to a group of medicines known as antivirals
CONSUMER MEDICINE INFORMATION
THERAPEUTIC USES
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
INTERACTIONS
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
SIDE EFFECTS
MORE INFORMATION
What ACIVIR is used for?
ACIVIR is used:
- to treat herpes and other viral infections caused by the herpes virus (varicella zoster) such as chickenpox and shingles
- to prevent recurrent attacks of herpes simplex
- to prevent those who have low immune systems from getting herpes infections
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you:
- are allergic to Acyclovir or any other ingredients in this medicine
- have kidney problems
- are over 65 years of age
- Take this medicine as your doctor has told you
- Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine
- Always shake the bottle before use
- Your doctor will decide the dose depending on your age and health condition
The usual doses are given below. These may be changed by your doctor:
Adults
Herpes Simplex
- This medicine is the most appropriate treatment for Herpes Simplex
- Take for at least 5 days
- One 5ml spoonful (200mg), five times each day
- Take every four hours while awake (for example, 6am, 10am, 2pm, 6pm, 10pm)
Shingles and Chickenpox
- Take for 7 days
- Four 5ml spoonfuls (800mg), five times each day
- Take every four hours while awake (for example, 6am, 10am, 2pm, 6pm, 10pm)
Children
Herpes Simplex
- Take for at least 5 days
Children over 2 years
- One 5ml spoonful (200mg), five times each day
- Take every four hours while awake (for example, 6am, 10am, 2pm, 6pm, 10pm)
Children under 2 years
- 5ml of suspension (100mg), five times each day
- Take every four hours while awake (for example, 6am, 10am, 2pm, 6pm, 10pm)
Chickenpox
- Take for 5 days
Age 6 and above
- Four 5ml spoonfuls (800mg), four times each day
Age 2 to 5 years
- Two 5ml spoonfuls (400mg), four times each day
Under 2 years
- One 5ml spoonful (200mg), four times each day
Elderly and people with kidney problems
- Your doctor may decide to lower your dose if you are elderly or have kidney problems
If you take more ACIVIR
- Talk to your doctor or go to your nearest hospital straight away
If you forget to take ACIVIR
- Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a forgotten dose
- Take your next dose as soon as you remember, then go on as before
- However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose
If you stop taking ACIVIR
- Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor
Like all medicines, ACIVIR can cause side effects although not everybody gets them.
SERIOUS
COMMON
UNCOMMON
RARE
VERY RARE
Allergic reactions such as,
- skin rash, flaking skin, boils or sore lips and mouth
- swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat or difficulty breathing or swallowing
- sudden wheezing, fluttering or tightness of the chest
- headaches
- feeling dizzy, very tired
- diarrhoea
- itching
- skin rash that happens in people who are oversensitive to sunlight
- fever
- shortness of breath
- changes in the results of blood tests such as a fall in the number of white blood cells
- swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat
- blood disorders such as nose bleeds, bruising more easily than usual, sore throat, high temperatures or chills, mouth ulcers and unusual tiredness
- feeling weak or agitated
- seeing or hearing things that are not there (hallucinations)
- fits
- feeling sleepy
- difficulty in controlling your movements or speech
- feeling confused
- loss of consciousness
- liver problems marked by yellowing of your skin or whites of the eyes (jaundice)
- kidney failure (which usually returns to normal)
- pain in your lower back, the kidney area of your back or above your hip (renal pain)
Disclaimer:
The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
