1. Clinical Overview
Famcimac 250 Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex virus infections, shingles, and genital herpes infection. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection.Famcimac 250 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule, to avoid overdose. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.Some side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, vomiting, nausea, fatigue, and fever. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
| Manufacturer | Form | Pack Size |
|---|---|---|
| Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | allopathy | strip of 6 tablets |
2. Side Effects
Possible side effects associated with Famcimac 250 Tablet:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Skin rash
3. Drug Interactions
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4. Trusted Substitutes (Same Salt)
Medicines with the same composition (Famciclovir (250mg)):
| Brand Name | Manufacturer | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Famtrex 250mg Tablet | Cipla Ltd | View Details |
| Famir 250mg Tablet | Canbro Healthcare | View Details |
| Famnova 250mg Tablet | Signova Pharma Pvt Ltd | View Details |
| Herpinil-F 250mg Tablet | Connote Healthcare | View Details |
| Microvir 250 Tablet | Micro Labs Ltd | View Details |
| Microvir 250 Tablet | Micro Labs Ltd | View Details |