Brand name: Valaciclovir (Actavis)
Valaciclovir (Actavis) is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) valaciclovir. On this page you will find out more about Valaciclovir (Actavis), including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS)
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Active ingredient in this medicine: valaciclovir
Information for medicine and pack size:
Valaciclovir (Actavis) 500 mg film-coated tablet, 42
Consumer Medicine Information leaflet:
This leaflet may also be found inside the medicine package. It contains information on side effects, age restrictions and other useful data.
What this medicine is for
For the treatment of herpes zoster (shingles) in adult patients who commence therapy within 72 hours of the onset of rash. For the treatment of opthalmic zoster. For the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores). For the treatment of clinical episodes of genital herpes simplex infections. For the prevention of recurrent genital herpes. Reduction of transmission of genital herpes in patients suffering from recurrent genital herpes. In addition to therapy with Vaciclor, it is recommended that patients use safer sex practices (See Precautions). Prophylaxis of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection and disease following solid organ transplantation in patients at risk of CMV disease.
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Visual appearance |
Oval, white, biconvex, 8.8 x 17.6 mm with VC2 on one side.
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| Dosage Form | Tablet, film coated |
| Route of administration | Oral |
| Medicine schedule |
10 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
100 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
112 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
14 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
20 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
28 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
30 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
40 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
42 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
50 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
56 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
90 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
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There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Blister Pack |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store below 25 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | No information available |
| Life time | 2 Years |
We were unable to verify that this medicine is available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme). Please consult your pharmacist if you need further information
The PBS provides a list of government subsidised medicines available to be dispensed to patients. Further information can be found on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme website.
Is this medication banned in sport?
Check if you can use your medicine whilst playing sport. Search the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) database that provides information about the prohibited status of specific medications and/or the active ingredient based on the current World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List.
