Vagacyte Tablet

Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet

Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet is prescribed to adult patients with AIDS who have contracted cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis due to CMV infection. It’s also given to those who’ve had organ transplants from people who were infected with cytomegalovirus.

You should take Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Even if you feel better, continue taking the medication for the whole duration. If you forget to take a dosage, just take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for the following dosage, however, it is best to forgo the missed one and resume your usual dosing plan. Do not increase your dosage. If you’re taking this medication, it’s important to stay hydrated so that you don’t risk dehydration or kidney damage.

Fever, diarrhoea, vomiting, anaemia, low white blood cell and low platelet level are some of the most prevalent adverse effects that might occur. If any of these negative effects last for more than a few days, you should let your doctor know. If you are pregnant, intending to become pregnant, or are nursing, you should consult your doctor.

Indication

• Cytomegalovirus Infection

Benefits

Cytomegalovirus Infection
Cytomegalovirus infection is a common virus infection that may or may not cause any signs, such as fever and tiredness. If you have a severe infection, you might have problems with your eyes, brain, or other internal systems. This virus is spread by sexual and nonsexual contact with body fluids from people who don’t have strong immune systems or who have had a transplant. Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet stops the virus that causes the infection from making additional replication and treats the infection. To get the most out of it, keep taking it exactly as the doctor prescribed you to.

Side effects

Most side effects don’t need to be treated by a doctor, and they go away as your body adapts to the medicine. You should consult your doctor if the symptoms continue or if you are concerned.

Common side effects of Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet

• Fever
• Diarrhea
• Decreased appetite
• Low blood platelets
• Decreased white blood cell count
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

How to use

Take this medication as prescribed by your doctor in the dosage and time frame specified. Take it all in at once. Avoid chewing, crushing or breaking it in any way. It is best to take Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet with meal.

How it works

Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It stops viruses from replicating within human cells. In addition to curing your illness, this also prevents the virus from reproducing.

Precautions

Alcohol – CAUTION
It’s not known if Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet and alcohol are compatible. Please seek medical advice.

 Pregnancy – SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR
Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet is unsafe for Pregnant women. Despite the lack of human studies, animal studies have indicated negative consequences on the development of the unborn. Before prescribing it to you, your doctor will consider both the benefits and the hazards. Please seek medical advice.

 Breast feeding – SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR
Use of Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet while breast-feeding is most likely harmful to the infant. The medicine may enter into the breast milk and harm the baby, according to a minimal amount of human data.

 Driving – SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR
Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet may impair alertness, impair eyesight, or make you sleepy and dizzy while driving. If these symptoms appear, do not drive.

 Kidney – SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
In patients with severe kidney disease, Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet should be taken with caution. Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet dosage may need to be adjusted. Please seek medical advice.

Liver – CAUTION
Patients with liver condition can safely take Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet. In these patients, it may not be necessary to change the dosage of Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet, however there is very limited data to support this. Please seek medical advice.

Tips

Take your missed Vagacyte 450 mg Tablet dosage as soon as you remember. However, if your next dosage is approaching skip the missed one and return to your regular schedule instead. It is not recommended to take two doses of the medication at the same time.

Packing

4 tablets in 1 strip