Prescribed primarily for the treatment of Genital Herpes, Famciclovir, or Famvir is an antiviral drug that is frequently used in the treatment of Shingles, Herpes Simplex, and Cold Sores. Though it is not a cure for these recurring infections, it is effective in reducing the length and severity of outbreaks. This drug can be administered safely to those with weakened immune systems (HIV) and has very few instances of severe allergic reactions.
Common side effects are headaches, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness and drowsiness but the benefits of taking the drug usually outweigh the side effects. A 125mg, a 250 mg and a 500mg dose are available in pill form. The generic version of the drug is available online for as little as $3.35 per 250mg pill and are manufactured by TEVA Pharmaceuticals. The pills are taken 2 or 3 times per day as prescribed by your doctor and are most effective at the first signs of an outbreak. The drug builds in the system and should be taken until the prescribed dose is finished, typically 5 to 10 days. The tablets should be taken with a large glass of water and may be taken with or without food at approximately the same times every day. Sexual activity should not be engaged in when sores or blisters are evident. Condoms may help the virus from spreading when evidence of an outbreak are not apparent. Taken two times a day for up to one year, Famvir may also prescribed to keep genital herpes from recurring. This medicine is not known to be addictive and can be used in children under 12 years of age. It is not recommended that Pregnant and Nursing women take Famvir.
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A doctor in Australia should be consulted to determine that the benefits outweigh the risk. Taking too much Famciclovir may cause damage to the kidneys therefore a doctor should be consulted immediately upon suspicion of overdose. The active ingredient in Famciclovir is Famciclovir and each pill also contains the following ingredients; poloxamer, stearic acid, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, and macrogol 8000. The medication is gluten, lactose, sucrose, and tartrazine free. It is also free of azo dye. Be sure to tell your doctor about any and all of the medications or over the counter drugs you are taking as any or all of them can have an effect on the actions of this medication. This medication should be stored at room temperature and kept out of the reach of children. Though the dose should be finished as prescribed by your doctor, disposal of this drug after expiration should be at the recommendation of your pharmacist. Never dispose of drugs in waste water.
