Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT

Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT is an antiviral medicine that contains 400 mg of acyclovir in each dispersible tablet. It belongs to the anti-herpes antiviral class and is used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, shingles, and chickenpox in appropriate patients. The exact role of Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT depends on the condition being treated and the prescriber’s plan. This tablet strength is one of the standard acyclovir options used when a higher single-tablet dose is needed.

How it works: Acyclovir works by blocking the herpes virus from copying its genetic material, which slows the virus’s ability to multiply in the body. As a dispersible tablet, Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT delivers the same antiviral medicine after it is dissolved or dispersed in water, making it practical for oral dosing.

Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT provides 400 mg of acyclovir per tablet, so it is a stronger single dose than lower-strength acyclovir tablets and is chosen when a doctor wants fewer tablets per dose or a regimen that fits a specific infection. Because it is a dispersible tablet, it can be taken after dispersing in water, which may be easier for some patients than swallowing a whole tablet. A doctor selects this strength based on age, kidney function, the type of infection, and how severe the outbreak or episode is.

• Genital herpes treatment
• Cold sore (herpes labialis) treatment
• Shingles (herpes zoster)
• Chickenpox in selected patients
• Suppressive therapy for recurrent herpes infections

• Disperse the tablet in water as directed and drink it promptly; do not chew it unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.
• Take Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT exactly at the times prescribed, because keeping doses evenly spaced helps the medicine work best.
• Swallow or drink the full prepared dose, and do not save part of a dispersed tablet for later.
• Drink plenty of fluids while using acyclovir unless your doctor has told you to limit fluids.
• You may take it with or without food; taking it with food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT contains 400 mg of acyclovir, so the number of tablets per day depends on the infection being treated and your kidney function. Depending on the condition, it may be taken several times a day, but the exact schedule and maximum daily amount must be set by a doctor. Do not use a higher frequency or longer course than prescribed for this 400 mg strength.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Acyclovir may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Tiredness
• Mild stomach upset

• Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT is a higher single-dose tablet, so do not assume it is interchangeable with lower strengths without medical guidance.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, because acyclovir doses often need adjustment to protect the kidneys.
• Drink enough water unless you were told to restrict fluids, since acyclovir can be harder on the kidneys if you are dehydrated.
• Use caution if you feel dizzy or sleepy after taking it, especially when driving or operating machinery.
• Tell your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting this medicine.
• Let your clinician know about a weak immune system or frequent herpes recurrences, because the dosing plan may differ.
• Do not combine it with other acyclovir-containing products unless your prescriber specifically instructs you to do so.

• Probenecid
• Cimetidine
• Other medicines that can affect the kidneys, such as certain NSAIDs or antibiotics
• Other antiviral medicines containing acyclovir or valacyclovir
• Mycophenolate

Store Aclovir 400 mg Tablet DT in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and direct heat.