Description
Composition Valganciclovir (450mg), Valgan 450mg 4s, Valcyte 60s (TR) also available
Primary Use Eye infections by Herpes simplex virus
Medicine Overview of Valcyte Tablet
Uses of Valcyte Tablet
Valcyte 450mg Tablet is used in the treatment of eye infections by Herpes simplex virus.
Valcyte Tablet side effects
Common
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Diarrhoea, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Breathlessness.
How to use Valcyte Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valcyte 450mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Valcyte Tablet works
Valcyte 450mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in human cells. Thus stops the virus from producing new viruses.
In Depth Information on Valcyte Tablet
Expert advice for Valcyte Tablet
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
- Drink plenty of water while on treatment with Valcyte. This helps to prevent kidney stone and kidney damage.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. A dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters. If you’re taking Valcyte for herpes, you should use barrier methods (condoms) when you’re having sex since you can still pass it on to other people, even if you’re taking the medication.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Valcyte Tablet related warnings
Special precautions for Valcyte Tablet
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Valcyte 450mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
CAUTION
Valcyte 450mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
Valcyte 450mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Valcyte 450mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valcyte 450mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Valcyte 450mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valcyte 450mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you miss a dose of Valcyte Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Valcyte 450mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
