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Introduction of Ganciclovir

Ganciclovir capsules are used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis (eye infection that can cause blindness) in people whose immune system is not working normally. Ganciclovir capsules are used to treat CMV retinitis after the condition has been controlled by intravenous (injected into a vein) ganciclovir. Ganciclovir is also used to prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) disease in people who have acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) or who have received an organ transplant and are at risk of CMV disease. Ganciclovir is in a class of medications called antivirals. It works by preventing the spread of CMV disease or slowing the growth of CMV.

How should Ganciclovir be used

Ganciclovir comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It is usually taken with food three to six times a day. To help you remember to take ganciclovir, take it at around the same times every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take ganciclovir exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Swallow the capsules whole; do not open, split, chew, or crush them.

Be careful when handling ganciclovir capsules. Do not allow your skin, eyes, mouth, or nose to come into contact with broken or crushed ganciclovir capsules. If such contact occurs, wash your skin well with soap and water or rinse your eyes well with plain water.

You generally will receive intravenous (into a vein) ganciclovir for several weeks before you begin to take ganciclovir capsules. If your condition gets worse during your treatment, you may be given a second course of intravenous ganciclovir. Your doctor may decrease your dose of ganciclovir capsules if you experience side effects.

Ganciclovir controls CMV but does not cure it. It may take some time before you feel the full benefit of ganciclovir. Continue to take ganciclovir even if you feel well. Do not stop taking ganciclovir without talking to your doctor. Stopping to take ganciclovir too soon may cause the amount of CMV in your blood to increase or the virus to become resistant to this medication.

Side Effects of Ganciclovir

Ganciclovir may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• upset stomach

• vomiting

• diarrhea

• constipation

• stomach pain

• belching

• loss of appetite

• changes in ability to taste food

• dry mouth

• mouth sores

• unusual dreams

• nervousness

• depression

• sweating

• flushing

• joint or muscle pain or cramps

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, call your doctor immediately:

• seeing specks, flashes of light, or a dark curtain over everything

• decreased urination

• hives

• rash

• itching

• swelling of the hands, arms, feet, ankles, or lower legs

• numbness, pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet

• shaking hands that you cannot control

• difficulty breathing or swallowing

• chest pain

• mood changes

• seizures

Ganciclovir may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

Disclaimer:

Information on this page is provided for general information purposes. You should not make a clinical treatment decision based on information contained in this page without consulting other references including the package insert of the drug, textbooks and where relevant, expert opinion. We cannot be held responsible for any errors you make in administering drugs mentioned on this page, nor for use of any erroneous information contained on this page.