XENOVIA | FAVIZAP

FAVIZAP

Favizap Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It has recently been approved for the treatment of mild corona virus disease (COVID-19). Favizap Tablet is a combination of Favipiravir medicine. It inhibits an enzyme called RNA polymerase that helps the virus make more copies of itself. This way it decreases the viral load in the body.

Take Favizap Tablet only as per the dose and duration suggested by your doctor. Do not self-medicate. The most common side effects of this medicine include increased uric acid level in blood, diarrhea, decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), and increased liver enzymes. If any of these side effects bother you, consult with your doctor.

To make sure it is safe for you, you should let your doctor know if you have severe kidney or liver disease before taking this medicine. Favizap Tablet is not recommended for women who are pregnant, suspected to be pregnant or breastfeeding, as it can cause harmful effects to the developing baby. Also, inform your doctor if you have a history of hypersensitivity to this drug, have abnormalities in uric acid metabolism, or have gout.

CONCERNS

01.Onset of action

The amount of time taken by this medicine to show its effect is subject to vary based on the dose strength, the form of administration, and individual constitution.

02.Duration of effect

The amount of time for which this medicine remains effective is subject to vary based on the dose strength, the form of administration, and individual constitution.

03. Is it habit forming?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

04.Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

05.Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

06.Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Major & minor Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects

Increased uric acid level in blood
Diarrhea
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Increased liver enzymes

Dosage

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. FaVIZAP Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose

Uses

Treatment of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

General Instructions

Use this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.