Acipox 400 Tablet 5

Acipox 400 Tablet 5 is used in managing the following health conditions:

• Speedy healing of herpes simplex virus infections, including genital herpes

• Accelerating recovery and preventing recurrence of herpes labialis (cold sores)

• Reducing the intensity and duration of herpes zoster (shingles)

• Managing Varicella-zoster virus infections, commonly known as chickenpox

• Consume this medicine orally with a full glass of water. It can be taken with or without food.

• Swallow the tablet whole.

• Do not chew, break, or crush it.

• Drink ample fluids during the course of this medicine to prevent dehydration.

• Complete the entire course as prescribed by your doctor, even if your symptoms improve earlier.

Acipox 400 Tablet 5 is taken orally.

Acipox 400 Tablet 5 contains aciclovir (400 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Viral DNA synthesis inhibition: Aciclovir acts as a synthetic purine nucleoside analogue which inhibits viral DNA synthesis. This means it stops the virus from creating new copies of itself.

• Ceasing viral replication: Once converted into its active form within virus-infected cells, aciclovir triphosphate competitively inhibits and inactivates the viral DNA polymerase enzyme. This action halts further viral DNA synthesis without affecting normal cellular processes.

• Keep Acipox 400 Tablet 5 at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat.

• Shield it from dampness; don't store it in places like the bathroom.

• Always keep this medicine out of reach of children.

• Confirm the expiration date on the pack and use it before this date.

• Limit sun exposure. Aciclovir, the active ingredient in Acipox 400 Tablet 5, can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. It's a good idea to wear protective clothing and use sunscreen if you're going outside.

• Stay well hydrated. Since Acipox 400 Tablet 5 is taken for herpes virus infections, drinking plenty of fluids helps manage these conditions and also prevents dehydration, a potential side effect of the medicine.