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Famciclovir Tablets
Famciclovir tablets available in 3 strengths
125mg, 250mg and 500mg
Famciclovir Tablets is available as
- Famciclovir 125mg Tablets, 10 Tablets
- Famciclovir 250mg Tablets, 15 Tablets
- Famciclovir 250mg Tablets, 21 Tablets
- Famciclovir 250mg Tablets, 56 Tablets
- Famciclovir 500mg Tablets, 14 Tablets
£74.50 – £809.25
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- Famciclovir 500mg Tablets, 14 Tablets
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Famciclovir Tablets
Introducing Famciclovir Tablets – Powerful Antiviral Medication for Effective Treatment
When it comes to combating viral infections, Famciclovir Tablets are here to provide you with a potent solution. Formulated with the active substance famciclovir, this antiviral medicine is designed to halt the replication of infecting viruses, ensuring a swift recovery and relief from symptoms. Available in three convenient strengths – 125mg, 250mg, and 500mg tablets – Famciclovir offers flexible dosing options to suit your specific needs.
Famciclovir is used to treat two types of viral infections in adults:
- Shingles (herpes zoster), which is a viral infection caused by a virus called varicella zoster (the same virus that causes chickenpox). Famciclovir stops the virus from spreading in the body so that healing can occur faster.
- Famciclovir is also used for the treatment of shingles in the area around the eye or of the eye itself (ophthalmic zoster).
- Genital herpes. Genital herpes is a viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2. It is normally spread by sexual contact. It causes blisters and burning or itching around the genitals, which may be painful. Famciclovir is used to treat genital herpes infections in adults. People who have frequent episodes of genital herpes can also take Famciclovir to help to prevent the attacks.
Veterinary Use of Famciclovir
- Feline herpes virus. It is commonly used in the veterinary field to treat herpes infections in cats.
- Antiviral treatment for dogs
Key Features:
- Antiviral Powerhouse: Famciclovir Tablets contain famciclovir, a highly effective antiviral agent that works by inhibiting the reproduction of viruses. By halting viral replication, it helps to control and reduce the severity of viral infections.
- Rapid Response: The key to maximizing the benefits of Famciclovir lies in early intervention. By taking the medication as soon as the first symptoms appear, you can suppress the viral activity at its earliest stages, leading to faster recovery and reduced discomfort.
- Multiple Strengths: Famciclovir Tablets are available in three strengths – 125mg, 250mg, and 500mg. This variety ensures that you can choose the appropriate dosage based on the severity of your symptoms and the advice of your healthcare provider.
- Convenient Administration: The tablets are easy to swallow and can be taken with or without food, providing you with hassle-free dosing. This makes it simple to incorporate Famciclovir into your daily routine for optimal adherence to the prescribed treatment plan.
- Reliable Relief: With Famciclovir, you can trust in a medication that has been proven to effectively manage viral infections. Its reliable track record, coupled with the expertise of healthcare professionals, ensures that you can approach treatment with confidence.
Whether you’re dealing with cold sores, shingles, or genital herpes, Famciclovir Tablets offer a reliable solution to help you combat the infection. Take control of your health and experience the power of Famciclovir in your fight against viral ailments.
Note: Famciclovir Tablets is a prescription medication. Please consult with your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance on appropriate usage and dosage based on your specific condition.
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What is the price of Famciclovir Tablets?
The price of Famciclovir Tablets starts from £74.50
Where can you buy Famciclovir Tablets?
You can buy Famciclovir Tablets at Dock Pharmacy Essex UK, UK Online Pharmacy.
Can you buy Famciclovir Tablets Over the counter?
Famciclovir Tablets is not available to buy over the counter. You need a prescription to buy Famciclovir Tablets
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| Strength | 125mg Tablets, 10 Tablets, 250mg Tablets, 15 Tablets, 250mg Tablets, 21 Tablets, 250mg Tablets, 56 Tablets, 500mg Tablets, 14 Tablets |
Brand
Famciclovir
How To Use
How to take Famciclovir
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
The daily dose and length of treatment will depend on the type of viral infection you have – see below. Your doctor will prescribe the correct dose for you.
For the best results start the medicine as soon as possible after the first signs and symptoms appear.
Do not have sexual contact with anyone if you have symptoms of genital herpes – even if you have started treatment with Famciclovir. This is because you could pass the herpes infection to your partner.
If you have or have had kidney problems, your doctor may decide to give you a lower dose of Famciclovir.
Dose for shingles
If you have a normal immune system, the recommended dose is
- One tablet of 500 mg, three times a day, for seven days
If you have a reduced immune system, the recommended dose is
- One tablet of 500 mg three times a day, for ten days.
Dose for genital herpes
The dose depends on the state of your immune system, and the stage of your infection.
If you have a normal immune system, the doses are as follows:
For the first outbreak, the recommended dose is:
One tablet of 250 mg three times a day, for five days
To treat further outbreaks, the recommended dose is:
One tablet of 125 mg twice a day, for five days
To prevent future outbreaks, the recommended dose is:
One tablet of 250 mg twice a day
Your doctor will tell you how long you need to continue taking your tablets
If you have a reduced immune system, the doses are as follows:
To treat the current outbreak, the recommended dose is: • One tablet of 500 mg twice a day, for seven days.
To prevent future outbreaks, the dose is • One tablet of 500 mg twice a day.
Your doctor will tell you how long you need to continue taking your tablets.
Product Details
What you need to know before you take Famciclovir
Do not take Famciclovir • if you are allergic to famciclovir, to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6), or to penciclovir (the active metabolite of famciclovir and an ingredient of some other medicines). Ask your doctor for advice, if you think you may be allergic. Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Famciclovir: 2 • if you have kidney problems (or have had them before). Your doctor may decide to give you a lower dose of Famciclovir. • if you have problems with your body’s immune system. • if you have liver problems. If any of these applies to you, tell your doctor before you take Famciclovir. Children and adolescents Famciclovir is not recommended for use in children and adolescents. Prevent passing genital herpes to others If you are taking Famciclovir to treat or to suppress genital herpes, or you have had genital herpes in the past, you should still practise safe sex, including the use of condoms. This is important to prevent you passing the infection on to others. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters. Other medicines and Famciclovir Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. It is especially important that you tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medicines: • Raloxifene (used to prevent and treat osteoporosis) • Probenecid (used to treat high blood levels of uric acid associated with gout and to increase blood levels of penicillin-type antibiotics) • any other medicine that can affect your kidneys. Pregnancy and breast-feeding 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. Famciclovir is not to be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Your doctor will discuss with you the potential risks of taking Famciclovir during pregnancy. Famciclovir is not to be used during breast-feeding unless clearly necessary as it is not known whether famciclovir can pass into human milk. Your doctor will discuss with you the possible risks of taking Famciclovir during breast-feeding. If you are of child-bearing age with genital herpes, you should avoid intercourse when symptoms are present even if treatment has been started. Driving and using machines Famciclovir can cause dizziness, drowsiness or confusion. Do not drive or use machines if you have any of these symptoms while taking Famciclovir. This medicine contains sodium This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per tablet, that is to say essentially ‘sodium-free’.
Side Effects
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. The side effects caused by Famciclovir are usually mild to moderate in intensity. Contact a doctor or go to the emergency department at your nearest hospital straight away if you get any of the following serious side effects: • Severe blistering of the skin or mucous membranes of the lips, eyes, mouth, nasal passages or genitals (these could be signs of a serious allergic skin reaction) • Swelling below the surface of the skin (e.g. facial swelling, swelling around eye, eyelid swelling, throat swelling) • Unexplained bruising, reddish or purplish patches on the skin or nosebleeds (these could be signs of a decrease in the number of blood platelets) • Yellowing of the skin and/or eyes (signs of jaundice). The frequency of the following side effects is not known (cannot be estimated from the available data): • Inflammation of blood vessels which shows as red or purple discolouration of the skin which doesn’t fade • Seizures or fits • Difficulty breathing or swallowing. Rash, itching, hives, wheezing or coughing, light-headedness, dizziness, changes in levels of consciousness. Drop in blood pressure, with or without generalised itching, skin reddening, facial/throat swelling, blue discoloration of the lips, tongue or skin (signs of severe allergic reaction). Other possible side effects: Very common (may affect more than 1 in 10 people) • Headache Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people) • Feeling sick (nausea) • Vomiting • Stomach pain • Diarrhoea • Dizziness • Rash • Itching • Liver function test giving abnormal results Uncommon (may affect up to 1 to 100 people) • Confusion (usually in older people) • Drowsiness (usually in older people) • Hives (skin rash with red, raised, itchy bumps) Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people) • Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not really there) 5 • Feeling the heart ‘thump’ in the chest (palpitations) Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine
Ingredients
What Famciclovir contains
The active substance is famciclovir.
125 mg tablet: Each tablet contains 125 mg of famciclovir.
250 mg tablet: Each tablet contains 250 mg of famciclovir.
500 mg tablet: Each tablet contains 500 mg of famciclovir.
The other ingredients are: Tablet core: Starch pregelatinised, sodium laurilsulfate, cellulose, microcrystalline, croscarmellose sodium, silica colloidal anhydrous, stearic acid. Film-coating: Hypromellose (E464), titanium dioxide (E171), macrogol 4000, macrogol 6000
How to Store
How to store Famciclovir
Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not store above 30°C. Store in the original package to protect from moisture. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Do not use this medicine if you notice the pack is damaged or shows signs of tampering. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
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