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Composition :

GANCICLOVIR-1.50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Galaxus Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

ORAL

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Not Returnable

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About Galrab Tablet

Galrab Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antiviral,'  which is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating Cytomegalovirus infection in immunosuppressed people (having HIV/AIDS) or who underwent bone marrow or organ transplantation. Cytomegalovirus infection is a common herpes virus infection with no symptoms or symptoms like fever and fatigue. Severe infection may affect the eyes, brain, or other internal organs. 

Galrab Tablet contains Ganciclovir, an antiviral medication. It works by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on their DNA results in a decrease viral overload and the production of new viruses. Hence, this helps in clearing up the infection.

Take Galrab Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. You are advised to take Galrab Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, headache, dizziness, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, increase liver enzymes, injection site reaction, and stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Galrab Tablet are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually subside over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor immediately.

Do not take Galrab Tablet if you are allergic to it, aciclovir or any of its ingredients. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else even if the symptoms occur similar. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, currently breastfeeding or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of infection to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Galrab Tablet as a dose adjustment may be required.

Uses of Galrab Tablet

Cytomegalovirus Infection

Directions for Use

Take the tablet of Galrab Tablet with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole capsule with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Galrab Tablet contains Ganciclovir which belongs to a class of drugs known as antiviral medicines. It is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating Cytomegalovirus Infection in Immunosuppressed people who have undergone bone marrow or organ transplantation. In addition to this, it also reduces the risk of blindness in people with serious eye infections (CMV retinitis). It works by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA, resulting in decreased viral overload and new virus production. Hence, this helps in clearing up the infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Galrab Tablet if you are allergic to Galrab Tablet  or any of its ingredients.
  • Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had anemia (red blood cells do not bring enough oxygen to all parts of the body), neutropenia (less than a normal number of white blood cells), thrombocytopenia (less than a normal number of platelets) or other blood or bleeding problems as Galrab Tablet may lower the blood cell count or if you have received or are receiving radiation (X-ray) therapy.
  • If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: excessive tiredness, pale skin, headache, dizziness, confusion, fast heartbeat, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, weakness, shortness of breath, unusual bleeding or bruising or sore throat, fever, chills, cough or other signs of infection.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Galrab Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil and coconut oil.
  • Include turmeric or yellow mustard in your diet to avoid constipation caused by antiviral drugs and increase the intake of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Try to reduce emotional and physical stress by spending time with family or whatever makes you happy.
  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours a day for a speedy recovery.
  • If you are going in strong sunlight, please wear a lip balm SPF 15 or higher and Galrab Tablet makes you sensitive to UV and sunlight.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIVIRALS

FAQs

Galrab Tablet belongs to a class of drugs known as 'antiviral',  containing Ganciclovir which is used to treat viral infections. It works by preventing the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA results in decrease viral overload and production of new viruses. Hence, this helps in clearing up the infection.

The most common side effects of Galrab Tablet are headaches, dizziness, nausea, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, increase liver enzymes,  injection site reaction, stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Galrab Tablet are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

No, you should not stop taking Galrab Tablet without consulting the doctor even if you feel better. The symptoms may improve, but the infection may not be completely cured. Therefore, it is advised to continue the treatment in dose and duration prescribed for the best treatment.

Galrab Tablet may affect fertility. It may temporarily or permanently stop men from producing sperm and reduce fertility in women. So, if you are planning a baby, inform your doctor before taking Galrab Tablet . Also, wear a condom during sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of infection to the female counterpart.

No, Galrab Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.

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Special Advise

  • All types of blood cells should be monitored regularly as Galrab Tablet may lower the cell count.
  • Galrab Tablet should be taken just after a meal as food increases the absorption of Galrab Tablet in the body.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cytomegalovirus Infection: It is a common herpes virus infection that may have no symptoms or symptoms like fever and fatigue. Severe infection may affect the eyes, brain or other internal organs. It is spread through nonsexual contact by body secretions in people who have undergone an organ transplant or are immunosuppressed and through sexual contact. 

CMV retinitis: It is an eye infection caused by the herpes virus leading to inflammation of the eye's retina. If left untreated, it can lead to blindness.

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