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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma

Composition :

FAVIPIRAVIR-800MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIVIRALS]

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - FLU0793

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FAQs

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

It is not known whether Fluguard 800 mg Tablet interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Avoid taking Fluguard 800 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Fluguard 800 mg Tablet as it may pass into breastmilk.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

It is unknown if Fluguard 800 mg Tablet affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Fluguard 800 mg Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Fluguard 800 mg Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

The safety of Fluguard 800 mg Tablet in children is unknown. Please consult a doctor.

About Fluguard 800 mg Tablet

Fluguard 800 mg Tablet belongs to a group of antiviral medicines used to treat corona virus disease. Besides this, Fluguard 800 mg Tablet is also indicated for the treatment of influenza, ebola and other pathogenic viral infections. Corona virus disease, also known as SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2), is an infectious disease caused by the corona virus.
 
Fluguard 800 mg Tablet contains ‘Favipiravir’, which inhibits RNA polymerase, an enzyme that helps the corona virus to replicate itself. Thereby, Fluguard 800 mg Tablet lowers the virus load in the body and helps treat the infection.
 
You are advised to take Fluguard 800 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid), reduced neutrophil count, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Do not take Fluguard 800 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Fluguard 800 mg Tablet . Use effective contraception during and for seven days after the treatment with Fluguard 800 mg Tablet . Seek medical help immediately if you have a severe cough, fever, or difficulty breathing. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Fluguard 800 mg Tablet

Corona virus disease

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Key Benefits

Fluguard 800 mg Tablet belongs to a group of antiviral medicines. Fluguard 800 mg Tablet has been recently approved for the treatment of mild corona virus disease. Besides this, Fluguard 800 mg Tablet is also indicated for the treatment of influenza, ebola and other pathogenic viral infections. Fluguard 800 mg Tablet inhibits RNA polymerase enzyme, an enzyme that helps the corona virus to replicate itself. Thereby, Fluguard 800 mg Tablet lowers the virus load in the body and helps treat the infection.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not chew or crush the tablet/capsule. Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Fluguard 800 mg Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid)
  • Reduced neutrophil count
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain

Drug Warnings

Do not take Fluguard 800 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have gout, heart, liver or kidney problems. Do not take Fluguard 800 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Fluguard 800 mg Tablet . Use effective contraception during and for seven days after the treatment with Fluguard 800 mg Tablet . Seek medical help immediately if you have a severe cough, fever, or difficulty breathing. The safety of Fluguard 800 mg Tablet in children is unknown, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Fluguard 800 mg Tablet in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PYRAZINAMIDE
  • REPAGLINIDE
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • FAMCICLOVIR
  • ACICLOVIR

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Seek medical help immediately if you have a severe cough, fever, or breathing difficultly.
  • Regularly monitor SpO2 (oxygen saturation levels), and report to a hospital if the levels are below 92%.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Always remember to wear a mask when you are around other people. Wearing a mask helps in preventing the spread of infection.
  • Maintain social distance and avoid gatherings.
  • Clean your hands regularly with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitiser.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces regularly.
  • Stay home and isolate yourself if you feel unwell.
  • Drink plenty of fluids. Stay well hydrated.
  • Saltwater gargling and steam inhalation would be helpful.
  • Exercise regularly. Try walking for 10 minutes in the morning, afternoon, evening and night.
  • Consume protein-rich foods.

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