Valaciclovir Hcl (Valaciclovir Hcl)
Overview of Valaciclovir Hcl
A pro-drug of acyclovir, used for herpes zoster and herpes simplex infections of the skin and mucous membranes, It is used for preventing cytomegalovirus diseases following renal transplantation. Non-dose-limiting confusion and hallucinations are the most frequent side effects.
Indication of Valaciclovir Hcl
Valaciclovir Hcl is primarily indicated in conditions like Herpes simplex, Herpes simplex infections, Herpes zoster, Prevention of cytomagalovirus disease, Prevention of cytomagalovirus disease (following renal transplantation), Prevention of cytomegalovirus disease, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Prevention of cytomagalo virus.
Contraindication of Valaciclovir Hcl
No data regarding the contra indications of Valaciclovir (HCl) is available.
Side Effects of Valaciclovir Hcl
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Valaciclovir (HCl), which give rise to further complications include Thrombocytopenic purpura, Hemolytic uremic syndrome.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Valaciclovir (HCl) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Nausea.
Precautions of Valaciclovir Hcl
It should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment and doses should be adjusted accorging to creatinine clearance. This medication should be used with caution during pregnancy and lactation.