Acivir DT 200mg Tablet

Acivir DT 200 mg Tablet – Aciclovir Antiviral Medicine for Herpes Infections

Acivir DT 200 mg Tablet contains Aciclovir 200 mg, a prescription antiviral medicine used to manage infections caused by herpes viruses. Aciclovir works by interfering with the multiplication of herpes viruses inside infected cells. It helps limit the spread of the virus and may reduce the severity and duration of symptoms when treatment is started at the appropriate time. Acivir DT does not completely remove the herpes virus from the body and does not prevent transmission in every case. The dose, frequency, and treatment duration depend on the type of infection, the patient’s age, kidney function, immune status, and response to treatment.

Key Features

• Contains Aciclovir 200 mg: An antiviral medicine active against susceptible herpes viruses.
• Dispersible Tablet: Can be dispersed in water or swallowed according to the prescribed directions.
• Controls Viral Multiplication: Helps reduce the ability of the virus to reproduce inside infected cells.
• Multiple Herpes-Virus Uses: May be prescribed for herpes simplex and varicella-zoster infections.
• Oral Treatment: Designed for administration by mouth.
• Prescription Medicine: Must be taken according to a healthcare professional’s instructions.

Active Ingredient

• Aciclovir 200 mg: An antiviral agent that inhibits the replication of susceptible herpes viruses.

Uses

• Treatment of herpes simplex infections affecting the skin and mucous membranes.
• Treatment of initial and recurrent genital herpes.
• Suppression of frequently recurring herpes simplex infections.
• Prevention of herpes simplex infections in selected immunocompromised patients.
• Treatment of herpes zoster, commonly known as shingles.
• Treatment of chickenpox when prescribed by a healthcare professional.

How to Use

• Take Acivir DT 200 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
• The tablet may be swallowed whole with water.
• For dispersible use, place the prescribed tablet or tablets in at least 50 ml of water and allow them to disperse.
• Stir the mixture and drink it immediately after dispersion.
• Drink adequate water during treatment unless your doctor has advised fluid restriction.
• Take each dose at approximately the prescribed time and maintain the recommended intervals.

Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, reduced kidney function, dehydration, or a neurological condition.
• The dose may need to be adjusted in patients with kidney impairment and in some elderly patients.
• Maintain adequate hydration, particularly when taking higher total daily doses.
• Inform your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially medicines that may affect kidney function.
• Aciclovir does not cure genital herpes or completely prevent transmission to another person.
• Avoid sexual contact when genital lesions or other active symptoms are present.
• Seek medical advice if severe confusion, unusual drowsiness, hallucinations, tremors, or reduced urine output occurs.
• Seek immediate medical attention for facial swelling, breathing difficulty, blistering skin, or a severe widespread rash.

Possible Side Effects

• Headache.
• Nausea or vomiting.
• Diarrhoea.
• Abdominal discomfort.
• Dizziness.
• Tiredness.
• Itching or skin rash.
• Increased sensitivity to sunlight.

Storage

• Store according to the temperature instructions printed on the original packaging.
• Keep the tablets in a cool and dry place.
• Protect the tablets from moisture, excessive heat, and direct sunlight.
• Keep them in their original blister packaging until use.
• Do not use tablets from opened, damaged, or tampered packaging.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the carton or blister strip.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Legal Disclaimer: Acivir DT 200 mg Tablet is a prescription antiviral medicine. The number of tablets required per dose and the treatment schedule vary considerably according to the infection being treated and the patient’s kidney function. Use it only according to a qualified healthcare professional’s prescription. This information is provided for educational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or the official instructions supplied with the medicine.