Famvir
Uses
This medicine is an
antiviral used to treat herpes zoster (shingles) and genital
herpes. It may also be used to treat other conditions as
determined by your doctor.
How To Use
Follow the
directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor.
This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
TO CLEAR UP YOUR INFECTION COMPLETELY, continue taking this
medicine for the full course of treatment, even if you feel
better in a few days. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A
DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is
almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT take 2 doses at
once.
Side Effects
SIDE EFFECTS,
that may go away during treatment, include headache, nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, or tiredness. If they continue or are
bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR
IMMEDIATELY if you experience hallucinations, disorientation,
or confusion. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Precautions
If your symptoms
do not improve within a few days or if they become worse,
check with your doctor. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW
MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with
your doctor or pharmacist. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS DRUG IS
EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this
medicine.
Drug Interactions
Drug
interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a
medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker
to find out if your medicines interact with each other.
Overdose
If overdose is
suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately.
Notes
DO NOT SHARE THIS
MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS
MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE
FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your
supply runs out.
Famvir