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Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S, Pack of 3 TABLETS
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Prescription drug

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VALACYCLOVIR-1000MG
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India
Other Info - VAL0452

FAQs

No, Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
No, Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S should not be taken if you have HIV (Human Immuno Deficiency Syndrome). It can increase the risk of Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (blood clot formation in small blood vessels).
If you miss a dose of Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
No, Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S does not cure herpes infection. Instead, it reduces pain and itching caused due to it and prevents a new sore formation.
Do not stop taking Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S, you may experience confusion, fever, mental state changes, or severe muscle stiffness. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually depending upon your disease condition.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S. But intake of alcohol with Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S may damage your liver. So intake of Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S should be avoided with Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S will affect pregnant women or fetus or not. Hence, the intake of Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S should be only if prescribed and under medical supervision.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S is a pregnancy Category B medicine. It is not known whether Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S will pass through the milk in breastfeeding women or not. Hence, Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor and under medical supervision.

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Driving

Unsafe

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Caution

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S should not be given to children below the age of 12 years.

Product Substitutes

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2005/020487s007rel2_lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/valacyclovir.html
  3. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/valacyclovir.html
  4. https://www.drugs.com/pregnancy/valacyclovir.html

About Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S contains a class of antiviral medication, valaciclovir, used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating cold sores (an inflamed blister in or near the mouth caused by infection with the herpes simplex virus), genital herpes (A common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores), and herpes zoster (a viral infection that causes a painful rash). Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S does not cure herpes but instead does not allow the infection to spread and treat its symptoms.

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S contains valacyclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S is used in treating viral infection by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses and produces new viruses, slowly leading to the viral infection clearing up.

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Your dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S. Sometimes, you may experience headaches, dizziness, feeling sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhoea, and skin that is sensitive to sunlight. Most of these side effects of Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Consume only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Do not take Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S if you are allergic to Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S, valacyclovir, or any of its ingredients. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S, as a dose adjustment may be required.

Uses of Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S

Herpes zoster skin infection(shingles)

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Medicinal Benefits

Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S contains Valacyclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S is used in treating viral infection by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells. As a result, this stops the proliferation of viruses and produces new viruses, slowing the clearing up of the viral infection.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S

  • Headaches
  • Feeling dizzy
  • Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash
  • Itching (pruritus)
  • Skin sensitivity to sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S if you are allergic to Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S or its ingredients. Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. If you have kidney disease or kidney transplant, a heart problem or history of heart problems, have HIV/AIDS, are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes you. Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S so please get up gradually. Also, do not drive a car or operate machinery requiring concentration as Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S may cause dizziness. Please do not take Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S if you have ever developed a rash due to a fever. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S, as a dose adjustment may be required. Drinking plenty of fluid as Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S can cause dehydration and kidney damage.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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valacyclovirCidofovir
Critical
valacyclovirMetrizamide
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IODINE
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • AMOXICILLIN
  • CETIRIZINE
  • METOPROLOL
  • CHOLECALCIFEROL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Valkon 1000 Tab 3'S as they can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Include turmeric or yellow mustard in your diet to avoid constipation caused by antiviral drugs and increase the intake of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Take enough Vitamin D and fresh air as it is known to improve the symptoms of herpes infection.

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