Description:
Valcyte (valganciclovir) is an antiviral medication used to treat immune-compromised patients who cannot fight cytomegalovirus (CMV), this opportunistic infection that attacks the eyes or internal organs. Patients who have had organ transplants are given immunosuppressive medicines to lessen the chance of rejection. The drug works by preventing viral cells from multiplying in the body.
What is Valcyte used for?
- Valcyte for CMV infection is used after a kidney transplant in children at least 4 months old and prevents CMV illness following a heart transplant in children over one month.
- This is also used in adults to prevent infection with CMV after an organ transplant and in adults with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome to treat CMV infection of the eye.
Valcyte vs. Valtrex:
- Both are antiviral medications used to treat various illnesses.
- Shingles (herpes zoster), genital herpes (herpes simplex genitalis), and cold sores infections (herpes labialis) are among the conditions treated by Valtrex.
- This medication is used to prevent CMV illness in persons who have had organ transplants or cancer chemotherapy, and treat CMV retinitis in people with Aids.
Valcyte Dosing:
CMV Retinitis Treatment:
- Dosage: 900 mg (two Valcyte 450 mg pills orally twice a day for 21 days.
CMV Disease Prevention:
- Adult patients who received a heart, kidney, or pancreas transplant should take 900 mg (two 450 mg tablets) orally once daily from 10 days to 100 days after transplantation.
This is not the complete dosing information for this medication; please see your doctor for your appropriate dose.
Direction:
- Follow all instructions on your prescription. This medication should not be taken in higher or lesser doses or for longer than suggested.
- This should be taken with food.
- Take this medication with plenty of fluids.
- This medication is suitable for both adults and children. The liquid form is only suitable for children. Adults should not take the oral solution because the dose may be incorrect.
Valcyte Side Effects:
Valcyte’s Potential Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Blood pressure is too high.
- Headache
- Breathing difficulty
- Diarrhea
Caution:
- This medicine can potentially cause birth abnormalities. If pregnancy happens while either parent is under medication, notify your doctor for medical advice
- Both men and women should use effective birth control to avoid pregnancy. Continue to use birth control for at least 30 days following final valganciclovir medication for females, or at least 90 days for males.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is this medication’s side effects chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) possible?
This medication does not cause chronic fatigue syndrome. In studies, chronic viral infections have been linked to CFS, and antiviral medicines have effectively treated CFS in adult patients. According to reports, Valcyte (valganciclovir) alleviated physical and cognitive symptoms in CFS patients.
Is this medication an immunosuppressant?
Despite not being considered an immunosuppressant, this drug is often prescribed to those taking immunosuppressants after a transplant to prevent CMV infections.
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