Revira 1 g

Shingles (herpes zoster); herpes simplex infections of the skin and mucous membranes, including first-episode and recurrent genital herpes; suppression of recurrent herpes simplex.

Valacyclovir is a prodrug of acyclovir with much better oral absorption. It is converted in the body to acyclovir, which inhibits viral DNA polymerase.

Shingles: 1 g three times daily for 7 days. Herpes simplex, first episode: 500 mg twice daily for 5-10 days; recurrence: 500 mg twice daily for 3-5 days. Suppression of recurrent herpes: 500 mg once daily. Reduce the dose in renal impairment.

Headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, dizziness, skin rash. Rarely: renal impairment, confusion, hallucinations (mainly in renal impairment or the elderly).

Maintain adequate fluid intake. Use with caution in renal impairment and in the elderly. Start treatment as early as possible after symptoms appear. Use as directed by a registered physician and complete the advised course.

Hypersensitivity to valacyclovir or acyclovir.

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.