Aciclovir
ACICLOVIR
Overview:
Aciclovir (or Acyclovir) is used to fight off common viral infections such as herpes, cold sores, chickenpox, and shingles. It won’t cure the virus, but it can make you feel better faster, shorten the length of the illness, and help stop the virus from flaring up again or passing to others.
Classification: Nucleoside analogue
Uses:
Aciclovir helps with infections caused by viruses, such as cold sores, herpes, shingles, and chickenpox. It won’t remove the virus completely, but it can make you more comfortable, shorten the time you’re unwell, and ease the worst of the symptoms.It also helps stop the virus from spreading to others or coming back as often, especially if you get frequent outbreaks.
How it works:
Aciclovir works by helping your body fight off certain viruses. It doesn’t kill the virus completely, but it stops it from making more copies of itself. By blocking how the virus reproduces, it helps slow the infection down. This helps your body heal more quickly and eases your symptoms.
Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
Feeling sick (nausea)
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
Tiredness or feeling low on energy
Precautions:
Tell your doctor whether you have kidney problems, whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking other drugs before using Aciclovir. Drink a lot of water when using it as a protection to your kidneys. Always, follow it as it is prescribed, you should not stop in the middle even when you feel better. The aciclovir does not react with all the viral infections but only some of them and not with the bacteria. Whenever you apply the cream you must ensure that you apply it on the sore only and also wash your hands afterwards and before application. Such minor routines assist the therapy to work effectively and prevent virus transmission.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
