Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet
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Overview
Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet is a prescription-only medicine (POM) that contains Aciclovir 800mg. It is supplied as a tablet and is dispensed in Malaysia only against a valid prescription issued by a registered doctor.
Under Malaysian rules for prescription medicines, this page carries product, safety and handling information only. Your doctor or pharmacist will explain whether this medicine is suitable for you, the dose you should take, and how long you should take it.
On DoctorOnCall, Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet is reviewed by a licensed doctor through an online consultation and dispensed by a registered pharmacist before delivery. Always follow the instructions on your prescription label and the package insert supplied with the product, and do not share this medicine with anyone else.
Directions for Use
Take Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet with a full glass of water, with or without food, at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night as instructed by your doctor to maintain steady drug levels. Start treatment as soon as possible after the first signs of an outbreak (such as tingling, pain, or blisters) for the best effect, and complete the full course even if your skin lesions heal before you finish the medicine.
Dosage
The dose and frequency of Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet depend on the condition being treated – for example, herpes zoster is usually treated with a higher frequency regimen over 7-10 days, while genital herpes or cold sore episodes may use a different schedule for a shorter course. Your doctor will individualise the dose, frequency, and duration based on your diagnosis, kidney function, and whether this is a first episode or a recurrence.
Shelf Life
Use this product before the expiry date stated on the packaging. Do not use the medicine if the expiry date has passed.
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
- Severe kidney impairment without dose adjustment by a doctor
- Use with caution in dehydrated patients or the elderly, who are at higher risk of kidney-related side effects
Drug / Food Interactions
- Probenecid can reduce the elimination of aciclovir, increasing its blood levels
- Other nephrotoxic drugs (e.g. certain antibiotics like aminoglycosides) may add to the risk of kidney effects when combined
- Mycophenolate mofetil (used after organ transplant) may have increased blood levels when combined with aciclovir
- Adequate fluid (water) intake is recommended throughout treatment to protect kidney function
Quick Tips
- Start the medicine at the very first sign of an outbreak for the best results
- Drink plenty of water throughout the course to support your kidneys
- Complete the entire course even if your symptoms improve early
- Avoid touching or scratching lesions to reduce the risk of spreading the infection to other body sites or people
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet is a prescription-only medicine (POM). It can only be supplied against a valid prescription written by a registered doctor, and it should be used only by the person named on the prescription label.
What does Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet contain?
Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet is supplied as a tablet and contains Aciclovir 800mg. The full composition is listed in the Composition section on this page and on the product packaging.
Why is there no information here about what Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet is for?
Malaysian rules for prescription medicines limit public product pages to product, safety and handling information. Your doctor decides whether this medicine is appropriate for you and will explain it during your consultation, and your pharmacist can answer further questions when the medicine is dispensed.
How should I take Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet?
Follow your doctor’s instructions and the directions on the dispensing label without changing them. If anything on the label is unclear, check with your pharmacist before taking the first dose, and read the Directions for Use section on this page.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
Take it as soon as you remember, unless your next dose is nearly due. In that case skip the missed dose and carry on with your usual schedule. Never take two doses together to make up for a missed one. If you miss doses often, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
How should I store Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet?
Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children. Keep it in the original pack until use, and do not use it after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
What should I do if I notice side effects?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any reaction that concerns you, and seek medical care immediately for signs of a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a widespread rash. Reported reactions are listed in the Side Effects section on this page.
Can I stop taking Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet on my own?
No. Speak to your doctor before stopping, pausing or changing the dose, even if you feel well or think you no longer need the medicine.
How do I get a prescription for Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet?
Customers in Malaysia can complete an online consultation with a DoctorOnCall doctor, who decides whether a prescription is appropriate, or upload a valid prescription already issued by their own doctor.
Orders going to Singapore are dispatched from Malaysia as an international delivery, so you need to hold a valid prescription or doctor’s letter for the medicine. Check the consultation and prescription upload options shown at checkout for your delivery address before placing the order.
How long will delivery take?
Within Malaysia, standard delivery takes 3 to 5 working days. Same-day delivery is available in the Klang Valley for orders placed before 12pm; orders placed after 12pm arrive by the end of the next day.
Orders to Singapore are sent as international deliveries and take 5 to 9 working days. A lump-sum shipping and handling fee applies to every overseas delivery and is shown at checkout.
What payment methods can I use?
Customers in Malaysia can pay by FPX online banking, credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), and supported e-wallets including Touch ‘n Go eWallet, GrabPay and ShopeePay.
FPX and local e-wallets are tied to Malaysian bank and wallet accounts, so if your delivery address is in Singapore, use the payment options displayed at checkout for that address rather than assuming the same list applies.
Can Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet be delivered to Singapore?
Yes. DoctorOnCall ships to Singapore as an international order dispatched from Malaysia, arriving in 5 to 9 working days with a lump-sum shipping and handling fee.
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) allows personal imports of up to three months’ supply of a medicine for your own use or an immediate family member’s, as long as it contains no controlled drugs, psychotropic substances or prohibited items. Keep the product in its original labelled packaging and keep a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter with it. Quantities above three months’ supply, and medicines containing controlled substances, require prior HSA approval.
Is Ranbaxy Lovir 800mg Tablet registered with the authorities?
Products listed on DoctorOnCall are registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Health for supply in Malaysia, and each pack carries its MAL registration number.
An order delivered to Singapore arrives as a personal import of a Malaysia-registered product; HSA product registration is not required for personal-use quantities, but it is also not the same as a product registered for sale in Singapore. If you need a locally registered Singapore product, buy it from a pharmacy in Singapore.
Who do I contact if there is a problem with my order?
DoctorOnCall’s customer care team handles order, delivery and product queries through the contact channels on the site, including WhatsApp and the online help centre.
For deliveries to Singapore, allow more time before chasing an order than you would for a local Malaysian delivery, as the parcel passes through customs clearance and tracking updates can appear later in the journey.
Ingredients / Active Ingredients
- Aciclovir 800mg
Safety Advice
Pregnancy
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.
Breastfeeding
Use with caution. Monitor infant for potential adverse reactions.
Kidney
Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.
Liver
Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with this medicine is generally safe, but moderate intake is advised.
Driving
Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
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