Aciclovir
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Antibiotics & Anti-Infectives treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Take orally with or without food, spaced evenly across waking hours (e.g. every 4 hours, 5 times daily). Maintain plenty of fluid intake to prevent crystallization of the drug in the renal tubules. Complete the prescribed antiviral course.
⚠️ Side Effects
Common: Headache, nausea, dizziness, vomiting, mild abdominal distress, and diarrhea. Rare/Severe: Renal impairment/acute renal failure (especially with dehydration), neurotoxicity (confusion, agitation, tremors, hallucinations in renal patients), and severe hypersensitivity.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Caution in elderly patients and those with underlying renal impairment; dosage adjustment is mandatory based on creatinine clearance. Ensure adequate systemic hydration during treatment. Consult physician before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Aciclovir
Found 4 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Aciclovir Tablets 400 mg
Aciclovir (Acyclovir) is a synthetic purine nucleoside analogue antiviral active against herpes simplex viruses (HSV-1 and HSV-2) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It is converted intracellularly by viral thymidine kinase into aciclovir monophosphate, subsequently phosphorylated into aciclovir triphosphate, which competitively inhibits viral DNA polymerase and terminates viral DNA chain elongation. Indicated for genital herpes, herpes labialis (cold sores), varicella (chickenpox), and herpes zoster (shingles).
Aciclovir Dispersible Tablets 800 mg
Aciclovir (Acyclovir) is a synthetic purine nucleoside analogue antiviral active against herpes simplex viruses (HSV-1 and HSV-2) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It is converted intracellularly by viral thymidine kinase into aciclovir monophosphate, subsequently phosphorylated into aciclovir triphosphate, which competitively inhibits viral DNA polymerase and terminates viral DNA chain elongation. Indicated for genital herpes, herpes labialis (cold sores), varicella (chickenpox), and herpes zoster (shingles).
Aciclovir Dispersible Tablets 400 mg
Aciclovir (Acyclovir) is a synthetic purine nucleoside analogue antiviral active against herpes simplex viruses (HSV-1 and HSV-2) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It is converted intracellularly by viral thymidine kinase into aciclovir monophosphate, subsequently phosphorylated into aciclovir triphosphate, which competitively inhibits viral DNA polymerase and terminates viral DNA chain elongation. Indicated for genital herpes, herpes labialis (cold sores), varicella (chickenpox), and herpes zoster (shingles).
Acyclovir Dispersible Tablets 200 mg
Aciclovir (Acyclovir) is a synthetic purine nucleoside analogue antiviral active against herpes simplex viruses (HSV-1 and HSV-2) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It is converted intracellularly by viral thymidine kinase into aciclovir monophosphate, subsequently phosphorylated into aciclovir triphosphate, which competitively inhibits viral DNA polymerase and terminates viral DNA chain elongation. Indicated for genital herpes, herpes labialis (cold sores), varicella (chickenpox), and herpes zoster (shingles).
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Aciclovir.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aciclovir Tablets 400 mg | 10's | ₹41.25 | ZOVIRAX, HERPIKIND | ₹142.34 | 71% Save |
| Aciclovir Dispersible Tablets 800 mg | 5's | ₹45.38 | ACIVIR, ZOVIRAX, ZOSTER, OCUVIR, HERPERAX | ₹173.18 | 74% Save |
| Aciclovir Dispersible Tablets 400 mg | 5's | ₹28.13 | ACIVIR, ZOVIRAX, ZOSTER, HERPIKIND, OCUVIR | ₹67.52 | 58% Save |
| Acyclovir Dispersible Tablets 200 mg | 5's | ₹14.06 | ACIVIR, OCUVIR | ₹38.12 | 63% Save |
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