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About Famnova 250mg Tablet

FAMCICLOVIR belongs to a class of drugs known as antivirals used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating cold sores (an inflamed blister in or near the mouth, caused by infection with the herpes simplex virus), genital herpes (A common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores), and herpes zoster (a viral infection that causes a painful rash). FAMCICLOVIR does not cure herpes but does not allow the infection to spread and treat its symptoms.

FAMCICLOVIR contains famciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. It is used in treating viral infection by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses, slowly leading to the viral infection clearing up.

FAMCICLOVIR is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to FAMCICLOVIR. In some cases, you may experience headaches, feeling dizzy, feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhea, and itching. Most of these side effects of FAMCICLOVIR are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Take FAMCICLOVIR only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Do not take FAMCICLOVIR if you are allergic to FAMCICLOVIR, famciclovir, or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor before taking FAMCICLOVIR if you have kidney/liver problems or have problems with your immune system. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking FAMCICLOVIR as a dose adjustment may be required.

Uses of Famnova 250mg Tablet

Herpes zoster skin infection(shingles) and genital herpes.

Medicinal Benefits of Famnova 250mg Tablet

FAMCICLOVIR contains famciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. It works by making viruses less active in the human body. Famciclovir works against herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2) viruses that cause oral or genital herpes.

Directions for Use

FAMCICLOVIR should be used as advised by the doctor. Preferably take it at the same time every day.

Side Effects of Famnova 250mg Tablet

Like all medicines, FAMCICLOVIR can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. The most common side effects are headaches, feeling dizzy, feeling, or being sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhea, abnormal tests of liver function, itching, and abdominal pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take FAMCICLOVIR if you are allergic to FAMCICLOVIR or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products that you are already taking. Take FAMCICLOVIR with caution if you have kidney disease or liver disease. Do not drive a car or operate any machinery which requires concentration as FAMCICLOVIR may cause dizziness. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking FAMCICLOVIR as a dose adjustment may be required. Inform your doctor before taking FAMCICLOVIR if you have a known intolerance to some sugars, e.g. lactose.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

FAMCICLOVIR may have an interaction with medication used to treat hairy cell leukemia (cladribine), vaccines (varicella virus vaccine, zoster vaccine live), a medication used to treat gout (probenecid), a medication used to treat melanoma (talimogene laherparepvec), medication for the treatment of lung cancer (pemetrexed), a medication used in the treatment of hepatitis B virus infection (entecavir) and medication used to treat irregular heartbeat (digitoxin). 

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, problems with the immune system, and liver problems.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Consumption of alcohol with FAMCICLOVIR may increase the risk of side effects.

PREGNANCY

FAMCICLOVIR is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether FAMCICLOVIR will affect pregnant women or fetuses or not. Hence, the intake of FAMCICLOVIR should be only if prescribed and under medical supervision.

BREAST FEEDING

FAMCICLOVIR is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether FAMCICLOVIR will pass through the milk in breastfeeding women or not. Hence, FAMCICLOVIR should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and under medical supervision.

DRIVING

FAMCICLOVIR can cause dizziness, drowsiness, or confusion. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

LIVER

FAMCICLOVIR is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

FAMCICLOVIR is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.