Axovir 250 MG Injection

Axovir 250 MG Injection is an anti-viral medication used to inhibit the growth of the virus by destroying the infected cells. The injection is used against a number of viral infections such as-

• Herpes
• Chickenpox
• shingles

Do not use Axovir 250 MG Injection if you are allergic to it or any component present in it. Special attention should be given to those who are using Axovir 250 MG Injection and suffer from other health issues like kidney problems, abnormalities of the nervous system or taking various other drugs. Inform you doctor if you are on medication that treats gout, asthma, peptic ulcers or if you are taking an immunosuppressant. Basically, use Axovir 250 MG Injection only if it is safe for you. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should take medical advice before they start taking Axovir 250 MG Injection, to ensure if the medication is safe for their child or not.

Use the injection as per specific directions of your medical practitioner. You must know the side effects that you may suffer from while using this medication. Dizziness, diarrhea, rashes, headache, weakness and light sensitivity are some common side effects which will gradually disappear on its own. Some of the other serious side effects are- allergic reactions, hives, and loss of hair and development of hepatitis. Get in touch with your doctor if your side effects do not go away and the condition is severe.

• Herpes Zoster Infections

• Genital Herpes

• Chickenpox

• Allergy

• Swelling And Redness At The Injection Site

• Abdominal Pain

• Increased Thirst

• Loss Of Appetite

• Unusual Tiredness And Weakness

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Fever With Chills

• Seizures

• Unusual Bleeding

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this injection lasts for a duration of about 9 to 12 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The top effect of this injection is usually observed within 1.5 to 2 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not suggested for use in pregnant women. Discuss with your doctor before using it.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit tendencies have been reported for this injection.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This injection is known to be excreted through the breastmilk and hence can impact the baby's health. Discuss with your doctor before using it.

• Missed Dose instructions

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Axovir 250 MG Injection belongs to antiviral agents. It works by inhibiting the viral DNA synthesis by inhibiting the DNA polymerase enzyme and thus inhibits the multiplication of the virus.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Phenytoin

  The desired effect of phenytoin may not be achieved if taken with Axovir 250 MG Injection. Inform the doctor if you are receiving phenytoin or if you have a history of seizures. Suitable dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  Tacrolimus

  Axovir 250 MG Injection may increase the risk of kidney injury when taken with tacrolimus or any other medicines that cause kidney injury. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary. Inform the doctor if you experience any symptoms such as sudden weight gain, changes in the frequency of the urination. Dose adjustments or an alternate treatment is considered based on the clinical condition.

  Sulfasalazine

  Axovir 250 MG Injection may increase the risk of kidney injury when taken with sulfasalazine or any other medicines that cause kidney injury. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary. Inform the doctor if you experience any symptoms such as sudden weight gain, changes in the frequency of the urination. Dose adjustments or an alternate treatment is considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Impaired Kidney Function

  Axovir 250 MG Injection should not be used in patients with pre-existing kidney injury or impaired kidney function.

  Neurological Disorder

  Axovir 250 MG Injection can enhance the risk of Neurological disorder, especially in the elderly population with a kidney or liver injury.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.