Hawon Acyclovir 200 mg Tablet

Adult dosage

1. Treatment of simplex herpes virus infections: Acyclovir, 200 mg, 5 times a day at 4-hour intervals for 5 days, may prolong treatment in cases of severe primary infections. 2. Prevention of simplex herpes infections in patients with normal immune function: 200 mg, 4 times a day at approximately 6-hour intervals or 400 mg, 2 times a day at 12-hour intervals. 3. Prevention of simplex herpes infections in immunocompromised patients:

Children's dosage

1. Treatment of simplex herpes infections and prevention of simplex herpes infections in immunocompromised patients - For children aged 2 years and older: Adult dosage. - For children under 2 years: administer half of the adult dosage. 2. Treatment of chickenpox in children over 2 years of age:

This medicine should not be used by individuals who are allergic to this medicine or its components. Care should be taken when using it in patients with impaired kidney function as central nervous system side effects may be more pronounced. Patients with impaired liver function should also be cautious due to the risk of worsening liver function. Special care should be taken when administering this medicine to children and the elderly. Serious allergic reactions such as shock, respiratory distress, and hypotension may occur, and treatment should be stopped immediately and medical attention sought if symptoms appear. If skin rash, fever, hives, or blisters appear, the medication should be discontinued, and medical advice should be sought. Serious dermatological abnormalities such as hair loss, severe dermatitis, and mucosal damage may also occur. Neurological symptoms such as changes in mental status, confusion, hallucinations, seizures, drowsiness, dizziness may occur, especially more frequently in the elderly and patients with reduced kidney function. Kidney function may deteriorate, so any signs of worsening kidney function should be reported to the healthcare provider. Blood-related abnormal symptoms may include bleeding, anemia, and changes in white blood cell counts. Liver function abnormalities or symptoms of jaundice may occur, so regular checks on liver health are necessary. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and if these symptoms are severe, the medication should be discontinued. Overall symptoms such as fever, muscle weakness, headache may occur. Muscle pain or joint pain may also occur, so advise if there is any discomfort. Watch for irregular heartbeats, blood pressure changes, or chest pain. Symptoms of dysuria or urinary obstruction may occur. If symptoms do not improve within a certain period after starting treatment, alternative treatment methods should be considered, and early administration is effective. Patients with compromised immune function may require treatment in intravenous form. Adequate fluid intake is important during administration, especially during high-dose administration to prevent dehydration and kidney damage. In the case of recurrent genital herpes treatment, it should be discussed with a doctor whether to continue after long-term administration of more than one year. During the course of taking this medication, consciousness disturbances can occur, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery. As this medication can interact with other drugs, it is essential to inform the healthcare provider of any medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the risks and benefits of administration, and breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment. Children should be administered the minimum dose only if necessary, and special caution must be taken with neonates or low birth weight infants. Elderly patients may experience increased drug concentrations due to decreased kidney function, so dosages and intervals should be adjusted, and adequate hydration should be provided. In cases of overdose, serious symptoms such as agitation, coma, and seizures may occur, requiring immediate medical attention, and blood dialysis may be needed. High-dose administration of this medication may cause genetic abnormalities, so the recommended dosage should be adhered to.

Serious side effects

Anaphylactic shock, anaphylactic-like reactions, hypotension, respiratory distress, chest tightness, hives, skin and mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), jaundice, worsening of liver function, acute pancreatitis, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, severe edema, severe neurological symptoms, serious respiratory problems, renal failure, severe edema or urination abnormalities accompanied by hypertension, confusion of consciousness,

Mild side effects

• Photosensitivity reactions
• fixed drug eruptions
• rash
• fever
• blisters
• urticarial eruptions
• hair loss
• erythema multiforme
• consciousness disturbances
• spatial orientation disturbances

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air, and it is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication can be well maintained and degradation can be prevented.

Appearance

Pale blue round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 200 tablets/bottle