250mg Natclovir Ganciclovir Capsules

Product Introduction

Natclovir 250 Capsule is an antiviral medicine used to treat viral infections caused by cytomegalovirus in immunocompromised people who have undergone an organ or bone marrow transplantation. It also reduces the risk of blindness in a serious eye infection caused by CMV, known as CMV retinitis.

Natclovir 250 Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It should be taken with food for better absorption. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.

Some side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Uses Of Natclovir Capsule

Cytomegalovirus Infection

Benefits Of Natclovir Capsule

In Cytomegalovirus Infection

Cytomegalovirus infection is a common virus infection which may have no symptoms at all or may have symptoms like fever and fatigue. Severe infection may show symptoms involving the eyes, brain, or other internal organs. This virus is spread through sexual and nonsexual contact with body secretions in people who are immunocompromised or those who have undergone any transplant. Natclovir 250 Capsule helps to prevent multiplication of the infection causing virus and treats the infection. Keep taking it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side Effects Of Natclovir Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them

Common side effects of Natclovir

Headache

Dizziness

Vomiting

Nausea

Fatigue

Fever

Stomach pain

Diarrhea

Skin rash

Safety Advice

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Natclovir 250 Capsule.

Pregnancy

Natclovir 250 Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

Breast feeding

Natclovir 250 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

Natclovir 250 Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

You may feel sleepy, dizzy, confused or shaky, or you may lose your balance or have fits while using Natclovir 250 Capsule.

Kidney

Natclovir 250 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Natclovir 250 Capsule may be needed.

Regular monitoring of kidney function test and some blood tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

 Liver

Natclovir 250 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Natclovir 250 Capsule may be needed.