What is acirax 800? Dosage like?

Acirax is a group of antiviral and antifungal drugs, used to treat skin diseases caused by viruses such as shingles, herpes, chickenpox. To better understand the use and dosage of the drug, detailed information will be available in the article below.

Acirax 800 is an antibiotic that is able to treat infections caused by certain viruses, such as shingles, chickenpox, sores around the mouth.
The drug is manufactured by the company: SYNMEDIC LABORATORIES - India
Although the main use of acirax 800 is antiviral, the drug does not work to completely cure diseases caused by viruses. But Acirax 800 only works to make ulcers heal quickly, not to spread and reduce uncomfortable itching symptoms.

Dosage of acirax 800 depends on different subjects. To ensure safety when using the drug, it is best to consult a doctor / pharmacist, not to self-medicate.
Acirax is prepared in forms such as: Tablets, topical creams and eye ointments. For each type of preparation, you should use it exactly as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor.
2.1 For the tablet form Do not break or crush the drug, should drink the whole tablet directly. Use filtered water to take medicine.
2.2 For topical drug Apply directly to the skin to be treated, after applying the medicine do not cover or bandage the skin. Wash your hands with soap before and after handling the medicine.
2.3 For eye ointment Apply the medicine to the damaged eye mucosa. Because this is a sensitive skin area, only use the drug when prescribed by a doctor on how to use as well as the correct dose.

Dosage of the drug depends on the dosage form, disease condition and age of each case.
3.1 For tablet form Dosage for adults when treating herpes simplex
Use 200mg/time, 4 times/day, spaced between two doses at least 4 hours apart. Should be taken within 5 days, if you intend to prolong the duration of the drug, consult your doctor.
Dosage for adults to prevent herpes simplex
Use 200mg / time, 4 times a day, at least 6 hours apart. The dose can be increased to 400 mg/time and reduced to 2 times/day, in which case the interval between 2 doses is at least 12 hours.
Dosage for adults when treating shingles
Use 800mg / time, 5 times a day, each dose is at least 4 hours apart. Should only be maintained within 7 days, can prolong the time of taking the drug if the symptoms have not resolved. However, you need to consult with your doctor to make sure that the drug does not affect your health.
Dosage for children when treating herpes simplex
Children over 2 years old: Use the same dosage as adults Children under 2 years old: Use the same dose as 1/2 adults Children are quite sensitive subjects, so before Medicines need to be prescribed by a doctor. There is no established dose for children with shingles. You need to take the initiative to take your child to the doctor to be prescribed a specific treatment direction.
3.2 For topical creams In the form of topical creams, adults and children use the same dosage. The cream should be applied to the skin to be treated 5 times a day, about 4 hours between 2 uses.

3.3 Ophthalmic Ointment Apply a small amount (about 10nm) into the sac with the conjunctiva, use 5 times a day, 4 hours apart each time.

With some exceptions, acirax can cause the following side effects:
4.1 In tablet form Skin rash Nausea Fatigue, vomiting, dehydration Diarrhoea Stomach pain Dizziness Hallucinations Excessive hair loss Slight increase in liver enzymes 4.2 In cream form Skin burns Skin irritation Rash Itchy skin

4.3 Ophthalmic ointment Mild mucosal irritation Irritation Mild inflammation

Drug interactions are reactions between the components of a drug. At a mild level, it will change the action of the drug, reducing the therapeutic effect of the drug. In severe cases can affect the patient's life.
To date there is no list of drugs that interact with Acirax. To ensure safety when taking medicine, it is best to list all the medicines you are taking including functional foods, vitamins ... with your doctor/pharmacist for detailed and clear advice.

You should stop taking Acirax in the following cases:
The drug has expired and has expired as prescribed by the doctor. Unusual symptoms appear. Please store Acirax in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, read the instructions before using the medicine. During the course of using the drug, but the symptoms of the disease are still not relieved, you can talk to your doctor to extend the time of taking the medicine.
For detailed information, please contact the hospitals and clinics of Vinmec health system nationwide.

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