Introduction

Valovir 1gm is an antiviral medicine used in the treatment of herpes labialis, genital herpes infection and herpes zoster infections. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and clears up the infection.\n\nValovir 1gm 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 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. 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.\n\nIt may lead to a few common side effects like headache, nausea and stomach pain. 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 Valovir 1gm

Herpes labialis
Genital herpes infection
Herpes zoster

Side effects of Valovir 1gm

Headache
Nausea
Abdominal pain

How to use Valovir 1gm

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valovir 1gm may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Valovir 1gm works

Valovir 1gm is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

What if you forget to take Valovir 1gm?

If you miss a dose of Valovir 1gm, 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.

Quick Tips

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
If you have genital herpes, use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Valovir 1gm. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Valovir 1gm is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Valovir 1gm is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Valovir 1gm may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Valovir 1gm should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valovir 1gm may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nDrink plenty of water while you are taking this medicine to lower the side effects on the kidney.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Valovir 1gm is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Valovir 1gm is recommended.