Brand name: Zelitrex
Zelitrex is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) valaciclovir. On this page you will find out more about Zelitrex, 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
Pack size information
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Information for medicine and pack size:
Zelitrex 500 mg film-coated tablet, 30
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 ophthalmic zoster. For the treatment of 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 Zelitrex, 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 |
White, film coated tablet, white to off-white core, biconvex, elongated, unscored engraved with "500" on one side and plain on the other
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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
2 tablets starter pack: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
30 tablets, 42 tablets: Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
8 x 500 mg tablet blister pack: 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 30 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | No information available |
| Life time | 3 Years |
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on 1 May 2018
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?
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