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Generic: Favipiravir

Form: Tablet 200mg

Indication

Indicated for the treatment of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Administration

The typical adult dosage is 1600 mg of Favipiravir orally twice daily on Day 1, followed by 600 mg orally twice daily from Days 2 to 5, or as directed by a doctor. The total duration of treatment should be five days.

Adult Dose

The standard adult dose of favipiravir for influenza treatment is 1,600 mg twice a day on the first day, followed by 600 mg twice a day for the following four days. Total treatment course: 3600 mg/day for 5 days (1800 mg on day one and 1800 mg/day thereafter).

Child Dose

Favipiravir has not been given to children

Renal Dose

Not recommended for adults with severe renal impairment.

Contraindication

It can cause birth defects and is harmful to unborn babies. It is contraindicated in pregnant women and also harmful to nursing infants. It is contraindicated in women who are breastfeeding .It can contraindicated in people with severe liver or kidney disease and who are allergic to it.

Introduction

__NAME__ is an antiviral medication. It is used to treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults. It prevents the virus from multiplying and thus lowers the viral load in the body.

Uses of __NAME__ Tablet

__NAME__ use as a treatment of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Side effects of __NAME__ Tablet

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How to use __NAME__ Tablet

__NAME__ is usually taken twice a day for five days. It is important to take the medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor.Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet.__NAME__ may be taken on an empty or full stomach. However, taking it with food may lower the risk of nausea and vomiting.

How __NAME__ Tablet works

__NAME__ works by inhibiting the replication of the influenza virus. It does this by interfering with the virus's ability to produce new RNA, which is essential for the virus to replicate.

What if you forget to take __NAME__ Tablet?

If you forget to take your__NAME__ , take them as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take it at the usual time. Avoid taking two doses at the same time.

Safety Advice

Alcohol can interact with __NAME__ and increase the risk of side effects .So should not take __NAME__ during alcohol.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is not considered safe to be used in pregnant.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is not considered safe to be used in breastfeeding mothers because it may cause harmful effects on the baby.

Safety Advice

Is's important to be cautious when taking __NAME__ while driving.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should not be given to patients with serious kidney disease.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may not be suitable for patients with severe liver impairment.