Introduction to Cymgal 450mg Tablet
Cymgal 450mg tablet is an Antiviral with an active ingredient called Valganciclovir. It belongs to the medication group known as Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs. Valganciclovir is converted into Ganciclovir after entering the body, which acts to fight viral infections. It is used to treat Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infections of the retina of the eye in adults with Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Cytomegalovirus infection often leads to vision problems and blindness. Additionally, it prevents Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infections in patients who received an organ transplant from a person infected with CMV in adults and children.
Do not take this drug if you are allergic to Valganciclovir, Ganciclovir, and its other ingredients. Inform your physician if you have a lower blood cell count ( WBC, RBC, Platelet). Notify your doctor if you took any radiotherapy or hemodialysis (a treatment to filter wastes and water from your blood) or conditions with your kidney. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. Use effective contraception during and even after the treatment; women should use contraception for 30 days, whereas men should use condoms for 90 days during and after the treatment. Discuss with your doctor for more fertility concerns. A dosage adjustment of Cymgal 450mg tablet will be given if you have kidney conditions. Your doctor may regularly take the blood test to monitor the blood count while taking the tablet.
Therapeutic Effects of Cymgal 450mg Tablet
Cymgal 450mg tablet is an antiviral medication. After administration, liver enzymes rapidly convert the Cymgal 450mg tablet into Ganciclovir. Ganciclovir prevents virus growth by inhibiting viral DNA synthesis.
Interaction of Cymgal 450mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Cymgal 450mg tablet and can cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Cymgal 450mg Tablet
- Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children
- Store at room temperature between 15°C to 30°C.
- Do not freeze.
How to consume Cymgal 450mg Tablet
Take the Cymgal 450mg tablet as advised by your physician. Swallow the tablets whole and intact. This tablet should be taken with food. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the medicine if your doctor advises you to stop.
Safety Advices for Cymgal 450mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Taking Cymgal 450mg tablet while pregnant can harm the baby. You should not take this medicine during the pregnancy unless your doctor recommends taking it. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine. Use effective contraception to avoid pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Taking Cymgal 450mg tablet while breastfeeding may be unsafe because it may affect the child. Talk to your physician to get more information.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Cymgal 450mg tablet is safe to administer in patients with liver problems. Inform your physician if you have any liver disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any liver-related symptoms.
Liver
It is unknown whether Cymgal 450mg tablet is safe to administer in patients with liver problems. Inform your physician if you have any liver disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any liver-related symptoms.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking a Cymgal 450mg tablet is safe. Please speak with your physician.
Driving
While taking Cymgal 450mg tablet , it is unsafe to drive or use machines because it may cause dizziness, shaky, changes in vision, etc. Talk to your doctor for more information.
Side Effects of Cymgal 450mg Tablet
Side Effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Anaphylactic shock (sudden swelling of the throat, face, lips, hand, ankles, difficulty swallowing, itchy skin rash)
- Low blood counts (shortness of breath, pale skin, mouth ulcers, sore throat)
- Blood infection
- Severe stomach pain which spreads into your back
- Seizures
Common
- Respiratory tract infections
- Loss of appetite
- Headache, Dizziness
- Cough, fever
- Diarrhea, constipation
- Tiredness, feeling sick
- Infections in the urinary tract, skin
- Weight loss
- Anxious, confused, depression
- Troubled sleeping
- Abnormal sensation of skin (tickling, pricking, burning, tingling)
- Changes in taste
- Eye, ear pain
- Night sweats
- Joint pain, muscle spasms
- Hair loss
- Low blood pressure