Valcyte (Valganciclovir) (UK) 

Valcyte treats or prevents infections caused by cytomegalovirus (CMV).

  • Take Valcyte exactly as your doctor ordered.

  • Take Valcyte at the same times every day.

  • Take Valcyte with food.

  • Keep taking the medicine until it is gone or until your doctor tells you to stop.

  • It is very important that you do not miss any doses of Valcyte. Call your doctor if you miss a dose.

  • Valcyte does not cure CMV eye infections, but it may keep the infection from getting worse. If you have a CMV eye infection, you will need to have your eyes tested regularly while taking Valcyte.

  • If your symptoms of CMV get worse while you are taking this medicine, contact your transplant coordinator or your doctor.

450 mg

Your tablets
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exactly like this.

 

  • There are many medicines that can interfere with your Valcyte. Always check with your doctor before taking any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines (for example aspirin), vitamins, herbals, or vaccines.

  • Do not keep Valcyte in your bathroom. Keep your Valcyte at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Possible Side Effects
  • Dizziness or confusion
  • Headache
  • Feeling very tired or weak
  • Nausea and vomiting

  • Decreased blood counts

  • Hand tremors

  • Diarrhea and/or stomach pain

  • Numbness or tingling in your hands or feet

     

 

Please call your transplant coordinator, pharmacist, or doctor if you have any questions about this medicine.