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Act Famciclovir

Famciclovir belongs to the family of medications known as antivirals. It is used to treat Genital Herpes and prevent recurring episodes of genital herpes.

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Tablet

125MG, 250MG, 500MG

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To treat shingles, the recommended adult dose of famciclovir is 500 mg taken 3 times daily for 7 days. Treatment is started within 72 hours of the onset of the rash.

To treat genital herpes, the recommended adult dose is 125 mg taken twice a day for 5 days. Start treatment during the prodromal period (the period during which early symptoms warn of a herpes flare-up) or as soon as you notice lesions.

To prevent recurrent episodes of genital herpes, the recommended dose is 250 mg taken twice a day for up to 1 year.

To treat mucocutaneous herpes, the recommended dose is 500 mg taken twice a day for 7 days.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

The tablets should be swallowed whole and may be taken with or without food. Famciclovir must be taken for the recommended duration of treatment, even if you are feeling better. This will help prevent the episode from flaring up and returning.

It is important to take Act Famciclovir exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose (within 1 hour), skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Act Famciclovir at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Act Famciclovir. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Act Famciclovir with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Act Famciclovir. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

Constipation
Diarrhea
dizziness
drowsiness
Fever
headache
nausea
sweating
unusual tiredness or weakness
vomiting

Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

abdominal pain
confusion
fast or pounding heartbeat
hallucinations
purplish patches on skin
signs of bleeding (e.g., nosebleeds, blood in urine, coughing blood, bleeding gums, unusual bruising or bleeding)
symptoms of liver problems (e.g., abdominal tenderness, yellow eyes or skin, skin rash, itching, dark urine)
skin rash

Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

symptoms of a serious allergic reaction (such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat; skin rash; Hives; or difficulty breathing)
signs of a severe skin reaction (e.g., a rash combined with fever or discomfort, a rash covering a large area of the body, a rash that spreads quickly, blistering, peeling)

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Act Famciclovir.

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