Name: Allvir 250mg Injection
Brand: Uniword Pharma
SKU: 66e355092acee465a4c53faa
Price: 285.60 INR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Q. Will I get cured after taking Allvir 250mg Injection for shingles?

Accepted Answer

Allvir 250mg Injection is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.

Question 2

Q. How is Allvir 250mg Injection administered?

Accepted Answer

Allvir 250mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. It is given by slow intravenous (I.V) infusion over a one hour period to avoid damage to kidneys. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Allvir 250mg Injection.

Question 3

Q. Does Allvir 250mg Injection prevent transmission of infection to others?

Accepted Answer

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Allvir 250mg Injection. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.

Question 4

Q. What are the serious side effects of Allvir 250mg Injection?

Accepted Answer

Serious side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.

Question 5

Q. Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Allvir 250mg Injection?

Accepted Answer

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Allvir 250mg Injection. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking Allvir 250mg Injection, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.

Question 6

Q. What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Allvir 250mg Injection accidentally?

Accepted Answer

Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Allvir 250mg Injection over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Question 7

Q. Can I get resistant to Allvir 250mg Injection treatment?

Accepted Answer

Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Allvir 250mg Injection. If you are not responding to Allvir 250mg Injection, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

Question 8

Q. Is hair loss caused due to Allvir 250mg Injection permanent?

Accepted Answer

Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Allvir 250mg Injection. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.

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