22950EGP
- Active ingredient
- valganciclovir
- Strength
- 450mg
- Form
- tablet
- Manufacturer
- f.hoffman la roche
- Route
- oral.solid
Uses
Used for treatment of CMV retinitis and prevention of CMV disease in high-risk transplant recipients.
Do not use if
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to valganciclovir, ganciclovir, or formulation components.
Side effects
Neutropenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, renal impairment, and gastrointestinal symptoms may occur.
Warnings
May cause severe bone marrow suppression, fetal toxicity, and impaired fertility. Monitor blood counts and renal function.
How it works
A prodrug converted to ganciclovir that inhibits CMV DNA polymerase.
Storage
Store tablets at controlled room temperature according to product labeling.
