Aciclovir
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Aciclovir tablets are an antiviral medication designed to help treat genital herpes, a condition in which adults suffer from sores in the vaginal region, around the penis, or even in the anus area. Aciclovir 400mg tablets prevent the herpes virus from growing and spreading, enabling the immune system to suppress the infection. It's suitable for adults aged 18 years and contains the active ingredient aciclovir.
- Antiviral medication to treat genital herpes.
- Use for outbreaks and prevention
- 5-day course
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Aciclovir
Strength: 400mg
Pack Size: 1 Outbreak (15 Tablets)
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Aciclovir 400mg tablets are an antiviral medication that can be used to help reduce symptoms of a genital herpes outbreak. It can also be used to help suppress the virus, to prevent symptoms from reappearing.
Dosage
For an initial outbreak of genital herpes, the recommended dose is 400mg three times a day for five days.
If you have more than six outbreaks of genital herpes a year, it is recommended to take a suppression course of 400mg twice a day for three months.
With all medications, there is always a risk of side effects when taking Aciclovir tablets for genital herpes outbreaks. Often, they can be quite mild and can subside over time. Others are more serious and should be reported to your GP right away if you experience any side effects. Please contact a member of our team if you are concerned about any potential side effects that may occur when taking aciclovir.
Common side effects of Aciclovir tablets may include:
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
You should inform a healthcare professional if you start to show any of the following side effects:
- Seizures
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Agitation
- Tremor
Are Aciclovir tablets safe to take long term as a genital herpes treatment?
Yes, Aciclovir tablets are safe to take long term over several months. This means it is suitable for individuals who experience recurrent genital herpes and want to keep it under control.
Do Aciclovir tablets affect the contraceptive pill?
There are no known interactions between Aciclovir tablets and the contraceptive pill, so it is safe to take both at the same time. Please remember that if you experience any side effects such as vomiting or diarrhoea, this can affect the effectiveness of the pill.
How quickly should Aciclovir tablets work for genital herpes outbreaks?
You should start taking Aciclovir tablets as soon as symptoms start to appear. However, Aciclovir can also be taken as a preventative measure for long-term sufferers. If it’s your first time taking Aciclovir tablets, the first course will likely be around ten days. It’s important to note that results do not show immediately, so it is important to be patient and continue the treatment until told to stop.
How can I manage side effects of Aciclovir tablets?
Unfortunately, there are some common side effects that can occur when using Aciclovir tablets such as diarrhoea. But this can be reduced by using over-the-counter treatments such as Loperamide. It’s recommended to take Aciclovir tablets with or just after food in order to minimise nausea. There are options available for vomiting such as cyclizine, promethazine, and prochlorperazine, which can be purchased here at Pharmacy Online.
Warnings
Keep taking this medicine until the course is finished, unless you are told to stop
Leaflets
Before taking any medicines, regardless of whether they are over-the-counter or prescription-only, it is essential always to read the patient information leaflet.
