Famcimac 500 mg Tablet
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Uses of Famcimac 500 mg Tablet:
Herpes labialis, Genital herpes infection, Herpes simplex virus infections
Composition of Famcimac 500 mg Tablet:
Famciclovir 500mg
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343.5
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Description
Herpes labialis, Genital herpes infection, Herpes simplex virus infections
Uses
Famciclovir is generally used in treatment of genital herpes infection, herpes labialis and herpes simplex virus infections
Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Headache
- Nausea
- Skin rash
- Stomach pain
- Vomiting
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Famciclovir, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Famciclovir is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Famciclovir is an antiviral drug. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Famciclovir safe?
Famciclovir is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Famciclovir an antibiotic?
No, Famciclovir is not an antibiotic; it belongs to antiviral group of medicines
Q. Is Famciclovir a sulfa drug?
No, Famciclovir is not a sulfa dru
Q. Is Famciclovir the same as acyclovir/ Valtrex (valacyclovir)?
No, although Famciclovir belongs to the same class of medicines as acyclovir or valacyclovir, it is not same. They are different medicinal agents with similar mechanism of action
Q. Is Famciclovir better than acyclovir?
Both Famciclovir and acyclovir have similar mechanism of action and have a comparable effectiveness and side effects
Q. Can I take famvir (Famciclovir) with other medications such as antibiotics?
Always consult your doctor before taking any medications while on Famciclovir therapy, due to potential chances of drug interactions
Q. Can I take Famciclovir with ibuprofen (advil), paracetamol (Tylenol) or lysine?
There are no known interactions between Famciclovir and ibuprofen, paracetamol or lysine. However, consult your doctor before using any other medication while on Famciclovir therapy
Q. Can I take Famciclovir with valacyclovir?
No, taking Famciclovir with valacyclovir may cause an additive antiviral effect, which may lead to some adverse reactions. Always consult your doctor before taking any medications while on Famciclovir therapy
Q. Does Famciclovir affect birth control?
No, Famciclovir has no known effects on birth control
Q. Does Famciclovir cause weight gain, constipation or hair loss?
No, Famciclovir has no known effects on weight gain, constipation or hair loss
Q. Does Famciclovir contain penicillin?
No, Famciclovir does not contain penicillin.
Famciclovir is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Is Famciclovir an antibiotic?
No, Famciclovir is not an antibiotic; it belongs to antiviral group of medicines
Q. Is Famciclovir a sulfa drug?
No, Famciclovir is not a sulfa dru
Q. Is Famciclovir the same as acyclovir/ Valtrex (valacyclovir)?
No, although Famciclovir belongs to the same class of medicines as acyclovir or valacyclovir, it is not same. They are different medicinal agents with similar mechanism of action
Q. Is Famciclovir better than acyclovir?
Both Famciclovir and acyclovir have similar mechanism of action and have a comparable effectiveness and side effects
Q. Can I take famvir (Famciclovir) with other medications such as antibiotics?
Always consult your doctor before taking any medications while on Famciclovir therapy, due to potential chances of drug interactions
Q. Can I take Famciclovir with ibuprofen (advil), paracetamol (Tylenol) or lysine?
There are no known interactions between Famciclovir and ibuprofen, paracetamol or lysine. However, consult your doctor before using any other medication while on Famciclovir therapy
Q. Can I take Famciclovir with valacyclovir?
No, taking Famciclovir with valacyclovir may cause an additive antiviral effect, which may lead to some adverse reactions. Always consult your doctor before taking any medications while on Famciclovir therapy
Q. Does Famciclovir affect birth control?
No, Famciclovir has no known effects on birth control
Q. Does Famciclovir cause weight gain, constipation or hair loss?
No, Famciclovir has no known effects on weight gain, constipation or hair loss
Q. Does Famciclovir contain penicillin?
No, Famciclovir does not contain penicillin.
Expert Advice
- 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 Famciclovir. 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 Famciclovir 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.
Product Details
SKU: PC-48745
Product Description: Famcimac 500 mg Tablet is manufactured by Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Famcimac 500 mg Tablet is manufactured by Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
