Valtus 450 Tablet is used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina (retinitis) in adult patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). It is also used for the prevention of CMV infection in patients who have received an organ transplant from a CMV-infected donor.Valtus 450 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 should be taken with food. 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. Do not double the dose. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.It may lead to a few common side effects like fever, diarrhea, vomiting, anemia, low white blood cell, and low platelet level. 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.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valtus 450 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valtus 450 Tablet is to be taken with food.

'- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Valtus 450 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Valtus 450 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Valtus 450 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Valtus 450 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Valtus 450 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Valtus 450 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Valtus 450 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valtus 450 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Valtus 450 Tablet, 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. Do not double the dose.

strip of 2 tablets

Chemical Class :: Nucleoside analog
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class :: Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs

Treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection

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Q. What is valganciclovir used for?::: Valganciclovir is used for the treatment of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of retina (retinitis) in adult patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). It is also used for the prevention of CMV infection in patients who have received an organ transplant from a CMV-infected donor| Q. How does valganciclovir work?::: After taken orally, valganciclovir gets converted into ganciclovir by liver and intestinal enzymes, which then prevents the growth and spread of cytomegalovirus.| Q. Is valganciclovir cytotoxic?::: No, valganciclovir is not cytotoxic| Q. Does valganciclovir cover HSV?::: Valganciclovir can also be used for treatment of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection. Please follow doctor's advice regarding its use

Diarrhea
Fever
Vomiting
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Decreased white blood cell count
Low blood platelets
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Tremors