Acloriv 400 MG Tablet Dt 10

Acloriv 400 MG Tablet Dt 10 is used for the following:

• Management of herpes simplex virus infections, inclusive of genital herpes and cold sores

• To control chickenpox, which is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, it is essential to follow prevention methods such as vaccination, practice good hygiene, and seek appropriate treatment if infected

• Management of shingles, which is also known as herpes zoster and is caused by varicella-zoster virus

• Management of herpes labialis, commonly referred to as cold sores

Here's how you should take Acloriv 400 MG Tablet Dt 10:

• Swallow the medicine by mouth with a glass of water.

• Do not crush or chew the medicine.

• Always stick to the prescribed dose.

• Never take more than what your doctor has recommended.

Acloriv 400 MG Tablet Dt 10 is taken orally.

Acloriv 400 MG Tablet Dt 10 contains aciclovir (400 mg), which has a specific mechanism of action:

• Affinity for thymidine kinase: Aciclovir is selective for virus-infected cells due to its attraction towards an enzyme called thymidine kinase (TK). This enzyme is produced by the herpes simplex virus and the varicella zoster virus.

• Inhibition of viral DNA synthesis: Once aciclovir enters the cell, cellular enzymes transform it into aciclovir triphosphate. This compound acts as a competitive inhibitor of viral DNA polymerase, stopping it from incorporating into the growing viral DNA chain and halting viral DNA replication.

• Store Acloriv 400 MG Tablet Dt 10 at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.

• Keep it in a dry place, shielded from light and moisture.

• Make sure to keep this medicine out of reach of children and pets.

• Remember to use the medicine before its expiriration date.

• If you are managing herpes or chickenpox with Acloriv 400 MG Tablet Dt 10, maintaining personal hygiene is crucial. Regular handwashing can help prevent the spread of these viruses.

• For those with herpes, practising safe sex using barrier methods like condoms can help prevent transmission of the virus. It's recommended to abstain during an outbreak.