Famciclovir (Apotex) TM
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Active ingredients: famciclovir
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 250mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "250" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 14 pack
- 20 pack
- 21 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 5 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 250mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "250" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 14 pack
- 20 pack
- 21 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 5 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 250mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "250" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 14 pack
- 20 pack
- 21 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 5 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 250mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "250" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 14 pack
- 20 pack
- 21 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 5 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 250mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "250" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 14 pack
- 20 pack
- 21 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 5 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 250mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "250" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 14 pack
- 20 pack
- 21 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 5 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 250mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "250" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 14 pack
- 20 pack
- 21 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
- 5 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 125mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "125" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 28 pack
- 40 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 125mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "125" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 28 pack
- 40 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 125mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "125" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 28 pack
- 40 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 125mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:. - the treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.. - the treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.. - suppression of recurrent genital herpes.. - the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.. Famciclovir is indicated in immunocompromised patients for:. - treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster;. - treatment of recurrent herpes simplex;. - suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, round, biconvex film-coated tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "FAM" over "125" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 pack
- 28 pack
- 40 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:,= treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.,= treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.,= suppression of recurrent genital herpes.,= treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.,Famciclovir is also indicated in immunocompromised patients for:,= treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster,= treatment of recurrent herpes simplex,= suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet; engraved "FAM" over "500" on one side and "APO" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 12 pack
- 14 pack
- 16 pack
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 3 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:,= treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.,= treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.,= suppression of recurrent genital herpes.,= treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.,Famciclovir is also indicated in immunocompromised patients for:,= treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster,= treatment of recurrent herpes simplex,= suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet; engraved "FAM" over "500" on one side and "APO" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 12 pack
- 14 pack
- 16 pack
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 3 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:,= treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.,= treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.,= suppression of recurrent genital herpes.,= treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.,Famciclovir is also indicated in immunocompromised patients for:,= treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster,= treatment of recurrent herpes simplex,= suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet; engraved "FAM" over "500" on one side and "APO" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 12 pack
- 14 pack
- 16 pack
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 3 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:,= treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.,= treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.,= suppression of recurrent genital herpes.,= treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.,Famciclovir is also indicated in immunocompromised patients for:,= treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster,= treatment of recurrent herpes simplex,= suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet; engraved "FAM" over "500" on one side and "APO" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 12 pack
- 14 pack
- 16 pack
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 3 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:,= treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.,= treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.,= suppression of recurrent genital herpes.,= treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.,Famciclovir is also indicated in immunocompromised patients for:,= treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster,= treatment of recurrent herpes simplex,= suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet; engraved "FAM" over "500" on one side and "APO" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 12 pack
- 14 pack
- 16 pack
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 3 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:,= treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.,= treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.,= suppression of recurrent genital herpes.,= treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.,Famciclovir is also indicated in immunocompromised patients for:,= treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster,= treatment of recurrent herpes simplex,= suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet; engraved "FAM" over "500" on one side and "APO" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 12 pack
- 14 pack
- 16 pack
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 3 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:,= treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.,= treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.,= suppression of recurrent genital herpes.,= treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.,Famciclovir is also indicated in immunocompromised patients for:,= treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster,= treatment of recurrent herpes simplex,= suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet; engraved "FAM" over "500" on one side and "APO" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 12 pack
- 14 pack
- 16 pack
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 3 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-FAMCICLOVIR famciclovir 500 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Famciclovir is indicated for:,= treatment of herpes zoster infection in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. Greatest benefit occurs if the drug is started within 48 hours. Efficacy has not been demonstrated in patients less than 50 years of age, although the occasional younger patient with severe herpes zoster may benefit from therapy with famciclovir. Herpes zoster infection is generally a milder condition in younger patients.,= treatment of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.,= suppression of recurrent genital herpes.,= treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adult patients.,Famciclovir is also indicated in immunocompromised patients for:,= treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster,= treatment of recurrent herpes simplex,= suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet; engraved "FAM" over "500" on one side and "APO" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 12 pack
- 14 pack
- 16 pack
- 20 pack
- 28 pack
- 3 pack
- 30 pack
- 56 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient famciclovir
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