Aciclovir (Viatris) TM
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Active ingredients: aciclovir
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ACICLOVIR VIATRIS aciclovir (as sodium) 500 mg powder for injection vialDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Aciclovir Mylan (aciclovir sodium) is indicated for:,- Promoting resolution of acute clinical manifestations of mucocutaneous Herpes simplex virus infections in immunocompromised patients,- Treatment of severe first episode primary or non-primary genital herpes in immune competent patients,- Treatment of acute manifestations of Varicella zoster virus infection in immunocompromised patients,- Treatment of Herpes zoster (shingles) in immune competent patients who show very severe acute local or systemic manifestations of the disease. (Benefits can be expected in patients with rash duration shorter than 72 hours. The use of the intravenous infusion may be warranted in only a small subgroup of immune competent patients with shingles).,- Treatment of Herpes simplex encephalitis.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intravenous
- White to off-white lyophilized powder or cake
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5 vials pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient aciclovir
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
