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About Valstead Tablet 4's

Valstead Tablet 4's belongs to a class of drugs called antivirals used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina of the eye in adult AIDS patients. Also, Valstead Tablet 4's is used to prevent CMV infection in patients who received an organ transplant from a donor infected with CMV. Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis is a viral infection of the retina (light-sensing cells) caused by cytomegalovirus.

Valstead Tablet 4's contains Valganciclovir which works by getting converted to ganciclovir in the body and inhibits the multiplication of the virus. Thereby, it helps to control the infection.  

Take Valstead Tablet 4's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Valstead Tablet 4's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhea, loss of appetite, cough, headache, stomach pain, nausea, fever, tiredness, or sinusitis (sinus infection). Most of these side effects of Valstead Tablet 4's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Valstead Tablet 4's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Valstead Tablet 4's if you are pregnant as it may cause birth defects. If you are breastfeeding, do not take Valstead Tablet 4's as it may be excreted in human milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. Women are recommended to use effective contraceptive measures while taking Valstead Tablet 4's and for 30 days after treatment with Valstead Tablet 4's. Drive only if you are alert as Valstead Tablet 4's may cause dizziness, tiredness, drowsiness, shakiness, or confusion.

Uses of Valstead Tablet 4's

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina

Directions for Use

Take Valstead Tablet 4's with food or as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Valstead Tablet 4's contains Valganciclovir, an antiviral drug used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the retina of the eye in adult AIDS patients. Valstead Tablet 4's gets converted to ganciclovir in the body and inhibits the multiplication of the virus. Thereby, it helps to control the infection.  Additionally, Valstead Tablet 4's is used to prevent CMV infection in patients who received an organ transplant from a donor infected with CMV.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Valstead Tablet 4's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Cough
  • Headache
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Fever
  • Tiredness
  • Sinusitis (sinus infection)

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Valstead Tablet 4's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have a low number of platelets, white blood cells or red blood cells and kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Valstead Tablet 4's. Avoid taking Valstead Tablet 4's if you are pregnant as it may cause birth defects. If you are breastfeeding, do not take Valstead Tablet 4's as it may be excreted in human milk and cause adverse effects in the baby. Women are recommended to use effective contraceptive measures while taking Valstead Tablet 4's and 30 days after treatment with Valstead Tablet 4's. Men are advised to continue using contraceptive measures for 90 days after treatment with Valstead Tablet 4's. Drive only if you are alert as Valstead Tablet 4's may cause dizziness, tiredness, drowsiness, shakiness or confusion. If you are having blood dialysis or radiotherapy, please inform your doctor before taking Valstead Tablet 4's.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ValganciclovirCidofovir
Critical
ValganciclovirDeferiprone
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet. Eat vitamin and nutrient-rich food such as dark-green, yellow, orange, and red vegetables and fruits as it helps to boost your immune system. Opt for lean protein and whole grains.
  • Avoid eating raw meat and eggs. Consume properly boiled and cooked meat, poultry or seafood.
  • Eat bland and low-fat foods and avoid spicy or oily foods if you experience nausea or vomiting.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIVIRALS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • DAPSONE
  • PROBENECID
  • AMPHOTERICIN B
  • IMIPENEM+CILASTATIN
  • FLUCYTOSINE
  • PENTAMIDINE
  • VINBLASTINE
  • HYDROXYUREA
  • VINCRISTINE
  • DOXORUBICIN
  • TACROLIMUS
  • MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL
  • CICLOSPORIN
  • TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL
  • ZIDOVUDINE
  • STAVUDINE
  • ADEFOVIR
  • DIDANOSINE

Special Advise

  • Regular eye tests are recommended if you have a history of cytomegalovirus retinitis to identify issues related to eye health.
  •  If you touch damaged tablets accidentally, wash your hands with soap and water thoroughly. If any powder from tablets gets into your eyes, rinse with sterile or clean water.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis: It is a viral infection of the retina (light-sensing cells) caused by cytomegalovirus. In serious cases, it may lead to blindness. CMV retinitis is more likely to affect people with a weakened immune system from HIV/AIDS. The symptoms include blurred vision, a blind spot in vision, floaters in the eye, loss of peripheral vision or flashes in the eye.

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