{"id":4646,"date":"2020-11-27T11:38:47","date_gmt":"2020-11-27T11:38:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=4646"},"modified":"2021-08-24T07:22:08","modified_gmt":"2021-08-24T07:22:08","slug":"aciclovir-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/aciclovir-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"Aciclovir SUN &#8211; Aciclovir uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>200 mg, 400 mg, 800 mg\u00a0aciclovir\u00a0tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Aciclovir SUN is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aciclovir SUN contains aciclovir and belongs to a group of medicines that are effective against viral infections.&nbsp;It works by killing or stopping the growth of&nbsp;viruses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aciclovir SUN is used<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>for the treatment of&nbsp;shingles&nbsp;and chickenpox.<\/li><li>against&nbsp;infection&nbsp;are caused by&nbsp;herpes&nbsp;simplex&nbsp;virus&nbsp;in the skin or mucous membranes e.g.&nbsp;cold sores and genital&nbsp;herpes&nbsp;(excluding&nbsp;herpes&nbsp;simplex&nbsp;virus&nbsp;in newborns and in children with compromised immune systems with severe&nbsp;herpes simplex virus infection).&nbsp;It is also used to help prevent these&nbsp;infections&nbsp;from returning.<\/li><li>as a preventive treatment for&nbsp;herpes&nbsp;simplex&nbsp;infection&nbsp;in patients with compromised immune systems.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Aciclovir contained in Aciclovir SUN may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before you take Aciclovir SUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not take Aciclovir SUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to aciclovir, valaciclovir, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Aciclovir SUN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking Aciclovir SUN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you have kidney problems<\/li><li>if you are older than 65 years<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not sure if any of the above applies to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Aciclovir SUN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you are taking Aciclovir SUN, it is very important that you drink water regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aciclovir tablets are mainly used to treat non-serious skin and mucous membrane infections caused by&nbsp;herpes&nbsp;simplex&nbsp;virus&nbsp;(&nbsp;HSV&nbsp;).&nbsp;Your child&#8217;s doctor may recommend aciclovir for&nbsp;infusion&nbsp;in the treatment of&nbsp;neonatal&nbsp;HSV&nbsp;and severe&nbsp;HSV infection&nbsp;if your child&#8217;s immune system is impaired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Aciclovir SUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, herbal medicines, or other natural products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is especially important to tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Probenecid<\/strong>&nbsp;(used to treat&nbsp;gout&nbsp;)<\/li><li><strong>Cimetidine<\/strong>&nbsp;(used to treat&nbsp;stomach ulcers&nbsp;)<\/li><li><strong>Mycophenolate mofetil<\/strong>&nbsp;(to suppress the immune system in transplant patients)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;such as drowsiness or drowsiness and dizziness may impair your ability to concentrate and react.&nbsp;Avoid driving or using machines until you know how you are affected by Aciclovir SUN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased vigilance.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to take Aciclovir SUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor will decide on a&nbsp;dose based&nbsp;on the cause of your treatment.&nbsp;Your doctor should discuss this with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to take the medicine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take this medicine by mouth.<\/li><li>Dissolve the tablet in a glass of water, stir, and drink.<\/li><li>The tablets can also be swallowed whole with water.<\/li><li>You should take Aciclovir SUN as soon as possible.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Treatment of chickenpox and&nbsp;shingles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is: 1 tablet of 800 mg or 2 tablets of 400 mg 5 times daily<\/li><li>You should have an interval of 4 hours between each dose<\/li><li>The treatment should last for 7 days.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Treatment of cold sores or genital&nbsp;herpes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is 200 mg 5 times daily<\/li><li>You should have an interval of 4 hours between each dose<\/li><li>The treatment should last for 5 days or until your doctor tells you to stop.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Helping to prevent&nbsp;HSV&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;infection&nbsp;you from returning after you have had them<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is 200 mg 4 times daily<\/li><li>You should have an interval of 6 hours between each dose<\/li><li>You should take Aciclovir SUN until your doctor tells you to stop.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Preventive treatment for&nbsp;herpes simplex&nbsp;infections in patients with weakened immune systems<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is 200 mg 4 times daily<\/li><li>You should have an interval of 6 hours between each dose<\/li><li>You should take Aciclovir SUN until your doctor tells you to stop.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your doctor may adjust the&nbsp;dose of&nbsp;one of Aciclovir SUN:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if given to a child<\/li><li>if you are older than 65 years<\/li><li>if you have kidney problems.&nbsp;While you are taking Aciclovir SUN, it is very important that you drink water regularly throughout the day.&nbsp;This can help reduce the&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;that can affect the kidneys or nervous system<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor before taking Aciclovir SUN if any of the above apply to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you take more Aciclovir SUN than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aciclovir SUN is usually not harmful if you do not use too much for several days in a row.&nbsp;If you have taken too much Aciclovir SUN, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.&nbsp;Take the medicine pack with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Serious&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience any of the following, stop taking Aciclovir SUN and contact your doctor or hospital immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Severe allergic reactions<\/strong>&nbsp;(affects more than 1 user in 1,000):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>redness, itchy rash<\/li><li>swelling of the lips, face, tongue or and other parts of the body<\/li><li>which causes breathing difficulties<\/li><li>collapse<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common&nbsp;adverse&nbsp;s<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurring in more than 1 in 10):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>headache<\/li><li>dizziness<\/li><li>feeling sick<\/li><li>diarrhea<\/li><li>stomach pains<\/li><li>rash<\/li><li>skin rash including&nbsp;photosensitivity&nbsp;(skin irritation in bright sunlight)<\/li><li>itching<\/li><li>excessive fatigue<\/li><li>unexplained high fever (high body temperature) and fainting, especially when standing up.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Less common&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong>&nbsp;(by less than 1 in 100):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>hives<\/li><li>increased hair loss.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong>&nbsp;(by less than 1 in 1000):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>changed values \u200b\u200bin laboratory tests performed on blood and urine<\/li><li>increased levels of liver enzyme.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are<\/strong>&nbsp;(by less than 1 in 10 000):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>reduction in red blood cell count (&nbsp;anemia&nbsp;)<\/li><li>the decrease in white blood cell count (&nbsp;leukopenia&nbsp;)<\/li><li>reduction in the number of&nbsp;platelets, which helps the blood to clot (&nbsp;thrombocytopenia&nbsp;)<\/li><li>feeling weak<\/li><li>anxiety or confusion<\/li><li>shaking or trembling<\/li><li>hallucinations<\/li><li>cramps<\/li><li>abnormally sleepy or drowsy<\/li><li>unsteady gait and inability to coordinate movements<\/li><li>speech difficulties<\/li><li>inability to think or judge clearly<\/li><li>unconsciousness (&nbsp;coma&nbsp;)<\/li><li>paralysis of parts or the whole body<\/li><li>behavioral, speech, and eye movements disorders<\/li><li>neck stiffness and photosensitivity<\/li><li>inflammation&nbsp;of the liver<\/li><li>yellowing of the eyes and skin (signs of jaundice)<\/li><li>kidney problems with little or no urine<\/li><li>pain in the lower back (flank or kidney area).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Aciclovir SUN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is aciclovir 200 mg, 400 mg, and 800 mg respectively.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium&nbsp;starch&nbsp;glycollate, pregelatinized&nbsp;starch,&nbsp;and anhydrous&nbsp;colloidal&nbsp;silica.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>White to off-white, capsule-shaped, biconvex, uncoated tablet marked \u201c200\u201d, \u201c400\u201d and \u201c800\u201d respectively on one side and \u201cACV\u201d on the other side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack sizes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aciclovir SUN 200 mg: 25, 60 and 100 tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aciclovir SUN 400 mg: 56, 60, 70 and 100 tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aciclovir SUN 800 mg: 35, 60 and 100 tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Europe BV Polarisavenue 87<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2132 JH Hoofddorp Netherlands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therapy SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>124 Fabricii Street,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>400 632 Cluj Napoca, Romania<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Europe BV Polarisavenue 87<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2132 JH Hoofddorp Netherlands<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aciclovir SUN contains aciclovir and belongs to a group of medicines that are effective against viral infections. 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