Drug Uses
FAMVIR is an antiviral used in the treatment of shingles
or in certain cases, genital herpes.
General Information
This database does not contain every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your health care provider.
This information is for educational purposes only.
How Drug Works
When you take FAMVIR, it is absorbed into your bloodstream,
and then converted into another drug called penciclovir.
A virus infects the cells and begins to multiply over
and over again, making new viruses. Penciclovir stops
the herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2 from multiplying,
which may reduce the symptoms of the outbreak and helps
sores to heal faster.
How Taken
This medicine is taken by mouth exactly as prescribed.
FAMVIR is most effective if taken as soon as herpes
is noticed. For best results, space the dosages at equal
intervals throughout the day (and night if directed
by your doctor). This will help ensure an even level
of drug in the body at all times. Do not increase your
dose or take this more often than directed. Your condition
will not improve faster but the risk of side effects
may be increased. Contact your doctor if your condition
does not improve or worsens.
Possible Side Effects
Headache nausea diarrhea fatigue If any of these effects
continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify
your doctor if you experience: vomiting, skin rash,
confusion, stiffness. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Warnings/Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease or allergies.
FAMVIR should be used only if clearly needed during
pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your
doctor. This medication may appear in breast milk. Consult
your doctor before breast-feeding. Caution is advised
in the elderly.
Overdose
For emergencies, seek medical attention immediately.
For non emergencies, contact your local or regional
poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription
medication you may take including: probenecid digoxin.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or
pharmacist approval.
Missed Dose
Try to take each dose at the scheduled time. If you
miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take
it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead,
skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Storage
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Store FAMVIR at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees
F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do
not store in the bathroom.
Pregnancy/Nursing
This medicine should not be used during pregnancy.
If you suspect that you may be pregnant, talk to your
doctor. For nursing mothers, it is unknown whether atorvastatin
calcium is excreted in the breast milk. It is advised
not to breast-feed while taking this medication.
More Information
For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist
or health care provider.
Disclaimer
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only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
general information, and should not be relied on for
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