Valganciclovir: Uses and Side Effects

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What is valganciclovir used for?

Written by Cerner Multum. What is valganciclovir? Valganciclovir is used in adults to prevent infection with cytomegalovirus (CMV) that may occur after an organ transplant (heart, kidney, or pancreas). Valganciclovir is also used to treat CMV infection of the eye in adults with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

How is valganciclovir used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis?

Valganciclovir is indicated for the treatment of cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Valganciclovir is indicated for the prophylaxis of CMV infection and disease following solid organ transplantation in patients at risk of CMV disease. The way to take this medicine is: Oral.

Does valganciclovir cure CMV?

Valganciclovir is used in children who are 4 months old to 16 years old to prevent CMV infection after a kidney transplant. Valganciclovir is also used in children who are 1 month old to 16 years old to prevent CMV disease after a heart transplant. Valganciclovir will not cure CMV but it can help control the infection.

What do I need to tell my doctor before taking valganciclovir tablets?

It is used to treat a viral infection of the eyes in people with immune system problems. It is used to prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) disease after organ transplant . What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Valganciclovir Tablets? If you have an allergy to valganciclovir, acyclovir, or any other part of this medicine (valganciclovir tablets).

Can valganciclovir be used to treat cytomegalovirus retinitis?

Valganciclovir is commonly used for treatment of cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis (eye infection may cause blindness) in people who have acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Can I stop taking valganciclovir?

Do not stop taking valganciclovir without talking to your doctor. Stopping to take valganciclovir too soon may cause the amount of CMV in your blood to increase or the virus to become resistant to this medication. This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What Is Valganciclovir

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Valganciclovir Information

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