Therapeutic Group

Indication Dosage

Ganciclovir is a medication used to treat viral infections, especially a virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV), which can be a problem for people with weakened immune systems, like those who have had an organ transplant or HIV/AIDS. It helps stop the virus from spreading and causing illness.

Prevention Of Cytomegalovirus Disease During Immuno-suppressive Therapy Following Organ Transplantation: 

By IV Infusion: 

• Adult: 5 Mg/kg Every 12 Hours For 7-14 Days 

Treatment Of Life-threatening Or Sight-threatening cytomegalovirus Infections In Immune-compromised Patients Only: 

By IV Infusion: 

• Adult: Initially 5 Mg/kg Every 12 Hours For 14-21 Days, Followed By Maintenance 6 Mg/kg Daily On 5 Days Of The Week, Alternatively 5 Mg/kg Daily Until Adequate Recovery Of Immunity, Maintenance Only For Patients risk of Relapse Of Retinitis, If Retinitis Progresses Initial induction Treatment May Be Repeated 

Oral: 

• Adults: 1000mg 3 Times Daily Or 500 Mg 6 Times Daily

Content

Pregnancy

Avoid, Use Only When No Safer Alternative Exists For A Serious Problem.

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Precautions

Lactation

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