Hovid Virest 200mg Tablet

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Brand Hovid
Manufacturer Hovid
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Overview

Hovid Virest 200mg Tablet is a prescription-only medicine (POM) presented as a tablet, with Aciclovir 200mg as its active ingredient content.

This page is limited to product, safety and handling information, in line with Malaysian rules on prescription medicine information for the public. Your prescriber or pharmacist is the right source for anything beyond that, together with the leaflet inside the pack.

Through DoctorOnCall, this product is supplied after an online consultation with a licensed doctor and a valid prescription, and it is checked by a registered pharmacist before dispensing. Take it exactly as prescribed, and speak to your doctor before stopping, changing the dose, or starting any other medicine alongside it.

Directions for Use

Take Hovid Virest 200mg Tablet with a full glass of water, with or without food, spaced evenly through the day as your doctor has instructed. Start treatment as soon as possible after symptoms begin (such as the first tingling of genital herpes or the first rash of shingles), as aciclovir works best when started early in an outbreak. Drink plenty of fluids throughout treatment.

Dosage

The dose and frequency of Hovid Virest 200mg Tablet, and the length of treatment, depend on which infection is being treated – genital herpes, shingles, and chickenpox each have different regimens, and suppressive therapy for recurrent genital herpes uses a different, longer-term schedule again. Your doctor will prescribe the specific regimen for your condition; always take the full course as directed.

Storage Instructions

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

Side Effects

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Joint or muscle pain
  • Fatigue or tiredness
  • Mild rash or skin reaction

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to aciclovir, valaciclovir, or any ingredient in this product
  • Use with caution, and with dose adjustment, in patients with significant kidney impairment

Drug / Food Interactions

  • Probenecid can raise aciclovir blood levels by reducing how quickly it is cleared by the kidneys
  • Other medicines that can affect the kidneys may increase the risk of kidney-related side effects when combined
  • Adequate hydration is important throughout treatment, as dehydration increases the risk of aciclovir affecting kidney function

Quick Tips

  • Start treatment as early as possible after symptoms first appear for the best effect
  • Drink plenty of water throughout your course of treatment
  • Complete the full course exactly as prescribed, even if symptoms improve quickly
  • Avoid sexual contact during an active genital herpes outbreak to reduce the risk of transmission
  • Tell your doctor if you have existing kidney problems, as your dose may need adjustment

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

  • Aciclovir 200mg

Safety Advice

Pregnancy

Safe If Prescribed

This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.

Breastfeeding

Use With Care

Use with caution. Monitor infant for potential adverse reactions.

Kidney

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.

Liver

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.

Alcohol

Generally Safe

Consuming alcohol with this medicine is generally safe, but moderate intake is advised.

Driving

Use With Care

Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product Specifications

BrandHovid
ManufacturerHovid
ClassificationPrescription medicine
Ingredients / Active IngredientsAcyclovir
Pack Size25s
Shelf LifeUse this product before the expiry date stated on the packaging. Do not use the medicine if the expiry date has passed.

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Important Medical Information

💊 Recommended Dosage:

The dose and frequency of Hovid Virest 200mg Tablet, and the length of treatment, depend on which infection is being treated – genital herpes, shingles, and chickenpox each have different regimens, and suppressive therapy for recurrent genital herpes uses a different, longer-term schedule again. Your doctor will prescribe the specific regimen for your condition; always take the full course as directed.

🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
  • Known hypersensitivity to aciclovir, valaciclovir, or any ingredient in this product
  • Use with caution, and with dose adjustment, in patients with significant kidney impairment
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Joint or muscle pain
  • Fatigue or tiredness
  • Mild rash or skin reaction
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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