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Aciclovir Oral Susp 200mg/5ml 90ml

KSh 1,100.00

Aciclovir Oral Suspension 200mg/5ml is an antiviral medication used to treat infections caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV). Active Substance: Aciclovir 200mg per 5ml of suspension.

Anti-Fungals

Suggested Use

Aciclovir Oral Suspension is used for:

  1. Treating herpes simplex virus infections of the skin and mucous membranes, including initial and recurrent genital herpes.
  2. Suppressing recurrent herpes simplex infections in immunocompetent patients.
  3. Prophylaxis of herpes simplex infections in immunocompromised patients.
  4. Treating herpes zoster (shingles) and varicella (chickenpox) infections.
Dosage:

The dosage varies based on the condition being treated:

  • Herpes Zoster: 800mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 7 to 10 days.
  • Initial Genital Herpes: 200mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 10 days.
  • Chronic Suppressive Therapy for Recurrent Disease: 400mg twice daily for up to 12 months.
  • Chickenpox:
    • Children (2 years and older): 20mg/kg per dose orally 4 times daily for 5 days.
    • Adults and children over 40kg: 800mg 4 times daily for 5 days.

Warning

  • Ensure adequate hydration during high-dose regimens to minimize the risk of renal toxicity.
  • Watch for signs of allergic reactions, including rash or difficulty breathing; seek immediate medical attention if these occur.
  • Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as interactions can occur, particularly with nephrotoxic drugs.
  • Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Common side effects may include nausea, diarrhoea, headache, and dizziness. Monitor for severe side effects such as kidney problems or neurological symptoms.
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Our registered address is Ansell Pharmaceuticals Limited, Kinoo 87, off Waiyaki Way, Kiambu. Dr. David K. Karanja, a registered member, of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya, is the Superintendent Pharmacist for this pharmacy. Dawa Poa is our online store

Disclaimer

The content on this website was written and edited by Dawa Poa. Our health information, as at the time of publishing, is up-to-date, evidence-based and reviewed by health professionals. Yet, it isn’t intended to replace the medical information given to you by your doctor. You should not use the information on this website for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medication or other treatment.

We’ve provided this content for informational purposes only. Dawa Poa does not represent or warrant that the nutrition, ingredient, allergen and other product information on our Website are accurate or complete since this information comes from the product manufacturers. On occasion, manufacturers improve or change their product formulas and update their labels.

We thus recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented on our Website. Instead, you should review the product’s label or contact the manufacturer directly if you have specific product concerns or questions. If you have specific healthcare concerns or questions about the products displayed, please contact your licensed healthcare professional for advice or answers.
We aim to provide you with the knowledge and support you need to make confident decisions about your health and well-being.

Our registered address is Ansell Pharmaceuticals Limited, Kinoo 87, off Waiyaki Way, Kiambu. Dr. David K. Karanja, a registered member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya, is the Superintendent Pharmacist for this pharmacy. Dawa Poa is our online store