Valchek Tablet

Gain a clear understanding of Valchek Tablet, a product by La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd formulated with the salt combination Valganciclovir (450mg). This medication is commonly used for Treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection. Continue reading to explore comprehensive details about its application and other essential information to help you make informed decisions regarding your health needs.

MRP: ₹ 800
Packing: 2.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Valganciclovir (450mg)
Brand: La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Uses: Treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection

Description

Valchek Tablet is used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina (retinitis) in adult patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
It is also used for the prevention of CMV infection in patients who have received an organ transplant from a CMV-infected donor
Valchek Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
It should be taken with food
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible
However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule
Do not double the dose
You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
It may lead to a few common side effects like fever, diarrhea, vomiting, anemia, low white blood cell, and low platelet level
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.

Cautions

Liver:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Valchek Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valchek Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Valchek Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valchek Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Valchek Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Valchek Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Valchek Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Valchek Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs
Therapeutic class:	ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Nucleoside analog

Uses of Valchek Tablet

In Treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection Cytomegalovirus infection is a common virus infection which may have no symptoms at all or may have symptoms like fever and fatigue
Severe infection may show symptoms involving the eyes, brain, or other internal organs
This virus is spread through sexual and nonsexual contact with body secretions in people who are immunocompromised or those who have undergone any transplant
Valchek Tablet helps to prevent multiplication of the infection causing virus and treats the infection
Keep taking it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Valchek Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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