PRODUCT DETAILS

About Gavir 250 Capsule

GANCICLOVIR belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antiviral,'  which is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating Cytomegalovirus Infection in immunosuppressed people (having HIV/AIDS) or who underwent bone marrow or organ transplantation. Cytomegalovirus Infection is a common herpes virus infection with no symptoms or symptoms like fever and fatigue. Severe infection may affect the eyes, brain, or other internal organs. 

GANCICLOVIR contains ganciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. It works by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA results in decrease viral overload and production of new viruses. Hence, this helps in clearing up the infection.

Uses of Gavir 250 Capsule

Cytomegalovirus Infection

Medicinal Benefits of Gavir 250 Capsule

GANCICLOVIR belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antiviral medicines,' containing Ganciclovir, which is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating Cytomegalovirus Infection in Immunosuppressed people who have undergone bone marrow or organ transplantation. In addition to this, it also reduces the risk of blindness in people with serious eye infections (CMV retinitis). It works by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA, resulting in decreased viral overload and new virus production. Hence, this helps in clearing up the infection.

Directions for Use

Take the tablet of GANCICLOVIR with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. The injection of GANCICLOVIR should only be given in hospitals by a doctor or trained professional, particularly to children and patients who cannot take any other form of GANCICLOVIR.

Side Effects of Gavir 250 Capsule

• Headache 
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Fever
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Increased liver enzymes
• Injection site reaction
• Stomach pain

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take GANCICLOVIR if you are allergic to GANCICLOVIR or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had anemia (red blood cells do not bring enough oxygen to all parts of the body), neutropenia (less than a normal number of white blood cells), thrombocytopenia (less than a normal number of platelets) or other blood or bleeding problems as GANCICLOVIR may lower the blood cell count or if you have received or are receiving radiation (X-ray) therapy. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: excessive tiredness, pale skin, headache, dizziness, confusion, fast heartbeat, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, weakness, shortness of breath, unusual bleeding or bruising or sore throat, fever, chills, cough or other signs of infection.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

GANCICLOVIR is known to interact in patients with low blood cell count, cancer, osteoporosis (bone problem), organ transplant rejection, bowel disorder, arthritis, kidney or liver problem.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

GANCICLOVIR is known to interact with blood thinners (warfarin), cancer medications (dapsone, flucytosine, heparin), immunosuppressants (azathioprine, cyclosporine, methotrexate, sirolimus, tacrolimus), medications to treat AIDS (didanosine, zalcitabine, zidovudine, adefovir), pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen), steroids (dexamethasone, prednisone).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

 

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with GANCICLOVIR. But intake of alcohol with GANCICLOVIR may damage your liver. So intake of alcohol should be avoided with GANCICLOVIR.

PREGNANCY

GANCICLOVIR is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether GANCICLOVIR will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of GANCICLOVIR should be only if prescribed and under medical supervision.

BREAST FEEDING

GANCICLOVIR is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It is not known whether GANCICLOVIR will pass through the milk in breastfeeding women or not. Hence, GANCICLOVIR should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and under medical supervision.

DRIVING

GANCICLOVIR can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

LIVER

GANCICLOVIR to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

GANCICLOVIR to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.