Valstead Valganciclovir 450 mg Tablets

WHAT IS VALSTED TABLETS?

Valstead 450 mg Tablet is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

USES OF VALSTED TABLETS:

Valstead Tablet is used for Cytomegalovirus infection, Retinitis and other conditions. Valstead Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Valstead Tablet contains Valganciclovir as an active ingredient.

Valstead Tablet works by preventing the growth and spread of cytomegalovirus.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS:

The most possible reported side-effects of Valstead Tablet are back pain, dizziness, chills, loss of appetite, indigestion, and muscle spasms.

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS MAY INCLUDE:

The following is a list of possible side effects that may occur from the use of Valstead Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious.

Side Effects of Valstead are Injection site pain, Stomach pain.

DRUGS PRECAUTIONS:

Before using Valstead Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

Do not drive or operate machinery.

Do not start the treatment until neutrophil count is 500 cells/l, platelet count 25000/l, or hemoglobin level 8g/dl.

Monitor complete blood counts and platelet counts tests at regular intervals during treatment.

DRUGS INTERACTIONS:

If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Valstead Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Valstead Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:

Adalimumab

Certolizumab Cimzia

Clopine

Clozapine

Clozaril

Combivir

Deferiprone

Etanercept