Aceor 400 Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Acyclovir (400mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Serwina Pharmaceuticals Private Limited |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Aceor 400 Tablet is an antiviral medicine used to treat viral infections such as herpes labialis, herpes simplex, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox. Aceor 400 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. It may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. If you miss a dose, 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. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage. Some side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Aceor 400 Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
What is the expected outcome from taking Aceor 400 Tablet for shingles?
Aceor 400 Tablet helps to minimize symptoms and shorten the duration of infection caused by herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses, but it does not cure infections.
Can I prevent transmission of infection to others while taking Aceor 400 Tablet?
No, you can still infect others even while being treated with Aceor 400 Tablet. Practice safe sex, avoid touching infected areas, and wash your hands frequently to prevent transmission.
What are the rare but serious side effects of Aceor 400 Tablet?
Serious side effects are rare but include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations, and swelling of the face, tongue, lips, or throat.
Should elderly patients be more careful while taking Aceor 400 Tablet?
Yes, older adults (over age 65 years) may experience more side effects due to decreased kidney function. They should drink plenty of water, receive a lower dose, and be monitored for neurological problems.
What happens if someone accidentally takes more than the recommended dose of Aceor 400 Tablet?
Accidental overdoses can cause nausea, vomiting, confusion, and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.
Can I develop resistance to Aceor 400 Tablet treatment?
Yes, patients with advanced HIV disease or impaired immunity may report resistance to Aceor 400 Tablet. If you're not responding, check for drug resistance.
Is hair loss caused by Aceor 400 Tablet permanent?
Hair loss is an uncommon side effect that stops when the medicine is discontinued.
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. Aceor 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine.
- Use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aceor 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Aceor 400 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnancy
Aceor 400 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
