• Allvir 250mg Injection is an antiviral medicine
• It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex virus infections, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox
• It prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection
• Allvir 250mg Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional
• Kindly do not self-administer
• It is given by slow intravenous (I.V.) infusion over a 1-hour period to avoid damage to kidneys
• You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
• Some side effects include vomiting, nausea, and increased liver enzymes
• You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness
• Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration
• Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Allvir 250mg Injection

• In Herpes Simplex Virus Infections Allvir 250mg Injection is an antiviral medicine
• It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus in the body
• It will not cure herpes and neither it prevents passing on the infection to others
• However, it can speed up healing of the sores and decrease the symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning, itching
• Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit
• In Chickenpox Allvir 250mg Injection is used for the treatment of chickenpox
• It is most effective if it is started within 24 to 48 hours after the onset of the rash
• It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered
• However, chickenpox is highly contagious
• You can help prevent the spread of chickenpox by practicing good hygiene and washing your hands frequently
• Reduce your exposure to people who have chickenpox
• If you already have chickenpox, stay at home until all of your blisters have dried and crusted over
• In Shingles Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash
• Allvir 250mg Injection can shorten the length and severity of shingles
• It is most effective if you start taking it as soon as possible after the rash appears
• Keeping the immune system healthy is the best way to prevent shingles
• Maintaining good hygiene is another way of preventing shingles
• In Herpes labialis Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip
• Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores
• The first attack may also be accompanied by fever, sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes
• Allvir 250mg Injection can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores
• In Genital herpes infection Genital herpes infection is a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores
• It can affect both men and women
• Symptoms include pain, itching and irritation
• Allvir 250mg Injection helps in treating the symptoms effectively and also prevents multiplication of the infection causing virus.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Allvir 250mg Injection, consult your doctor.

Frequestly asked Questions

Will I get cured after taking Allvir 250mg Injection for shingles?

Allvir 250mg Injection is an antiviral medicine effective against herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses. It does not cure infections caused by these viruses but helps to minimize the symptoms and shorten the duration of infection. It does not remove the viruses from the body but prevents the viruses from dividing and spreading.

How is Allvir 250mg Injection administered?

Allvir 250mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. It is given by slow intravenous (I.V) infusion over a one hour period to avoid damage to kidneys. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Allvir 250mg Injection.

Does Allvir 250mg Injection prevent transmission of infection to others?

No, you can infect other people, even while you are being treated with Allvir 250mg Injection. Herpes infections are contagious, so avoid letting infected areas come into contact with other people. Avoid touching your eyes after touching an infected area. Wash your hands frequently to prevent transmitting the infection to others. You should practice safe sex by using condoms. You should not have sex if you have genital sores or blisters.

What are the serious side effects of Allvir 250mg Injection?

Serious side effects are rare, but if you experience them, you should seek medical advice right away. These rare side effects include hives, blistering or peeling rash, yellow skin or eyes, unusual bruising or bleeding, loss of consciousness, fits, difficulty in breathing, hallucinations and swelling of the face, tongue, lips or throat.

Do elderly patients need to be more careful while taking Allvir 250mg Injection?

Older adults (over age 65 years) tend to experience more side effects when taking Allvir 250mg Injection. The reason being, their kidneys do not flush the drug out of their system as quickly as a younger person’s kidneys would do. Elderly patients should drink plenty of water while taking Allvir 250mg Injection, and their kidney function should be monitored. These patients should be given a lower dose and should be monitored for neurological problems.

What can happen if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Allvir 250mg Injection accidentally?

Accidental, repeated overdoses of oral Allvir 250mg Injection over several days have resulted in nausea, vomiting, confusion and headache. Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Can I get resistant to Allvir 250mg Injection treatment?

Patients with advanced HIV disease or patients with an impaired immunity have reported resistance to Allvir 250mg Injection. If you are not responding to Allvir 250mg Injection, the possibility of drug resistance should be checked.

Is hair loss caused due to Allvir 250mg Injection permanent?

Hair loss is an uncommon side effect of Allvir 250mg Injection. It stops when the medicine is discontinued.

Common and Known Side effects of Allvir 250mg Injection

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Injection site reaction
• Increased liver enzymes