Valcitero 500mg Tablet is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating cold sores (an inflamed blister in or near the mouth caused by infection with the herpes simplex virus), genital herpes (a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores), and herpes zoster (a viral infection that causes a painful rash).

Valcitero 500mg Tablet contains valacyclovir, which works by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells, stopping the proliferation of viruses and producing new viruses.

Sometimes, you may experience side effects like headaches, dizziness, feeling sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhoea, and skin that is sensitive to sunlight. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not give Valcitero 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to Valcitero 500mg Tablet, valacyclovir, or any of its ingredients. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner.

Valcitero 500mg Tablet is an antiviral drug that is primarily used to treat herpesvirus infections. The detailed uses of Valcitero 500mg Tablet are as follows:

• Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Infections: It helps control oral and genital herpes by lowering symptoms and preventing new sores.
• Shingles (Herpes Zoster): Used to cure shingles by shortening the duration and severity of the symptoms.
• Chickenpox (Varicella): Sometimes given for chickenpox, particularly in people with weaker immune systems.
• Recurrence Prevention: Used as suppressive therapy for people who experience recurring herpes outbreaks.

• Valcitero 500mg Tablet can be taken with or without food.
• It is usually taken 2 times daily or as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow Valcitero 500mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not break, chew, or crush it.

• Valcitero 500mg Tablet contains Valacyclovir, which is an antiviral medication.
• Valcitero 500mg Tablet is used in treating viral infection by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells.
• Valcitero 500mg Tablet stops the proliferation of viruses and produces new viruses, slowing the clearing up of the viral infection.

• Do not take Valcitero 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to Valcitero 500mg Tablet or its ingredients.
• Inform your doctor about all other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take.
• If you have kidney disease or a kidney transplant, a heart problem or a history of heart problems, have HIV/AIDS, are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, Valcitero 500mg Tablet should be taken with caution and only if a doctor prescribes it to you.
• Valcitero 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position, especially when you start taking Valcitero 500mg Tablet, so please get up gradually.
• Also, do not drive a car or operate machinery that requires concentration, as Valcitero 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness.
• Please do not take Valcitero 500mg Tablet if you have ever developed a rash due to a fever. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner.
• If you have a weakened immune system, please consult your doctor before taking Valcitero 500mg Tablet, as a dose adjustment may be necessary.
• Drinking plenty of fluid, as Valcitero 500mg Tablet can cause dehydration and kidney damage.