Indications - Treatment of novel or re-emerging pandemic influenza virus infections (limited to cases in which other influenza antiviral drugs are ineffective or not sufficiently effective)
Dosage & Administration - The usual adult dosage is 1600 mg of Favipiravir administered orally twice daily on Day 1, followed by 600 mg orally twice daily from Day 2 to Day 5 or as directed by physicians. The total treatment duration should be 5 days.
Side Effects - Most common side effects are Diarrhea and increase of blood uric acid levels.
Contraindications - Favipiravir is contraindicated for pregnant women and women who may possibly be pregnant.
Others - Pregnancy & Lactation Favipiravir may cause delayed development or death of embryos during the early stage of pregnancy. Should not be given during pregnancy. Precautions & Warnings Favipiravir should not be given in pregnant women, requirement of the confirmation of non-pregnancy in women of childbearing potential before use, thorough contraception measures from the start of the treatment to 7 days after the end of the treatment. Caution should be taken for Hepatic and renal impaired patient or use Favipiravir as per the direction of registered Physician Use in Special Populations This drug is only approved as an experimental drug and still a lot of studies is needed about it’s efficacy and also toxic reactions and use in children. Overdose Effects In animal studies, decreased RBC production,and increases in liver function parameters such as AST, ALP, ALT and total bilirubin, and increased vacuolization in hepatocytes. Toxicity information regarding Favipiravir in humans is not readily available. Storage Conditions Keep below 30°C temperature, protected from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Viraflu 200 Tablet
- Brand Name - Viraflu Tablet
- Generic Name - Favipiravir
- Doges From - Tablet
- Strength - 200 mg
- Pack Size - 10s
- Manufacture - Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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