Ocuvir 400 DT

Ocuvir 400 DT

Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT is an antiviral agent which is used in the treatment of infections caused by herpes virus such as chickenpox and herpes zoster. The effect of Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT medicine is higher if it is started as soon as symptoms appear.

It is best that you avoid taking Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT if you allergic to the drug or any ingredients in it. Special care should be taken if you are on Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT and suffer from other health issues like kidney problems, abnormalities of the nervous system or taking various other drugs. Inform you doctor if you are on medication that treats gout, asthma, peptic ulcers or if you are taking an immunosuppressant. In this case he will prescribe Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT only if it is safe for you.

Drug = Acyclovir

Strength = 400 Mg

Manufacturer = FDC Ltd.

How To Take

Take Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Dosage

Ocuvir 800 DT Tablet

Ocuvir 400 DT Tablet

Ocuvir Skin Cream

Ocuvir SR 1.2gm Tablet

Ocuvir Eye Ointment

Ocuvir 200 DT Tablet

Ocuvir 400mg Suspension

OcuvirOpticops

Ocuvir 3% Cream

Side Effects

Swelling and redness at the injection site

Abdominal pain

Increased thirst

Loss of appetite

Unusual tiredness and weakness

Black or tarry stools

Fever with chills

Seizures

Unusual bleeding

Diarrhea

Headache

Warning

Alcohol:-It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Ocuvir 400 DT Tablet.

Pregnancy:-Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT is probably safe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation:-Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving:-Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney:-Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ocuvir 400 Mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

It is advisable to drink plenty of water while you are taking Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT medicine.

Liver:-Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ocuvir 400 Mg Tablet DT may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Uses

Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT is used in the treatment of herpes zoster infection which is a viral infection caused by varicella-zoster virus.

Ocuvir 400 Mg  DT is used in the treatment of chicken pox which is a viral infection caused by varicella-zoster virus.