Product Details
Valtrex 500 mg Film Kapli Tablet In Pakistan
Valtrex 500mg Film-Coated Tablet contains valacyclovir hydrochloride, an antiviral medicine. After administration, valacyclovir is converted into acyclovir, which inhibits viral DNA replication. It is used for certain infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores (herpes labialis), and herpes zoster (shingles).
Valtrex 500mg is an oral, film-coated tablet intended for use according to a healthcare professional's prescription. The appropriate dose depends on the infection being treated, kidney function, age, and individual clinical circumstances.
Benefits
- Contains valacyclovir 500mg.
- Effective antiviral therapy for selected herpes-virus infections.
- Used for treatment of recurrent genital herpes in appropriate patients.
- May be prescribed for suppressive therapy of recurrent genital herpes.
- Used for certain cases of herpes zoster.
- Available as a convenient oral film-coated tablet.
- Can help reduce the duration and severity of certain herpes-virus outbreaks when started appropriately.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Valtrex |
| Active Ingredient | Valacyclovir Hydrochloride |
| Strength | 500mg |
| Dosage Form | Film-Coated Tablet |
| Route | Oral |
| Drug Class | Antiviral |
| Therapeutic Category | Anti-herpesvirus medicine |
| Tablet Type | Blue, film-coated, capsule-shaped tablet |
| Prescription Status | Prescription Medicine |
| Manufacturer/Brand Owner | GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) |
The official labeling identifies Valtrex 500mg as a blue, film-coated, capsule-shaped tablet containing the equivalent of 500mg valacyclovir.
How To Use
Take Valtrex exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet with water and follow the prescribed treatment schedule. Different herpes infections require different doses and treatment durations, so the 500mg strength does not mean that every condition is treated with the same dosage.
For example, the current prescribing information lists 500mg twice daily for 3 days for recurrent genital herpes in immunocompetent adults, while other conditions require different regimens. Patients with reduced kidney function may require dosage adjustments.
Do not double the dose after a missed tablet unless your healthcare professional specifically instructs you to do so. Maintaining adequate hydration is particularly important in patients at risk of kidney problems.
Why Choose Valtrex 500mg?
Valtrex contains valacyclovir, an established antiviral medicine designed to provide systemic treatment for selected herpes-virus infections. Its oral tablet formulation offers a convenient option for patients who have been prescribed antiviral therapy.
The 500mg strength is particularly used in certain treatment and suppressive regimens for genital herpes, depending on the patient's diagnosis and medical history.
