Viranil Dt 400 MG Tablet 10

Viranil Dt 400 MG Tablet 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 Viranil Dt 400 MG Tablet 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.

Viranil Dt 400 MG Tablet 10 is taken orally.

Viranil Dt 400 MG Tablet 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 Viranil Dt 400 MG Tablet 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 Viranil Dt 400 MG Tablet 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.