Famvir
Developed to alleviate symptoms of viral outbreaks, indicated to target viral replication and support immune recovery.
Strengths: 250 · 500mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Therapeutic class
Antiviral
- Pharmacological class
Nucleoside Analogue
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to famciclovir
- Precautions and warnings
dosage adjustment required in renal impairment; maintain adequate hydration
- Minor side effects
headache; nausea
- Moderate side effects
dizziness; abdominal discomfort
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Novartis
- Onset Time
24–48 hours
- Duration
varies by indication
- Storage instructions
Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
probenecid
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in elderly.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if indicated. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.
Serious side effects
hallucinations — requires immediate medical attention; jaundice — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Developed to alleviate symptoms of viral outbreaks, indicated to target viral replication and support immune recovery.
Mechanism of action
Famciclovir is the prodrug of penciclovir, which inhibits viral DNA polymerase, thereby interrupting viral DNA synthesis and replication. This stops the virus from multiplying, allowing the body to manage the infection.
Famvir
Developed to alleviate symptoms of viral outbreaks, indicated to target viral replication and support immune recovery.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Famciclovir
- Listed indication(s): Herpes Zoster, Herpes Simplex
Usually available as
- 60 tablets - 250 mg112-250-mg-1107
- 30 tablets - 500 mg112-500-mg-1110