In the UK, one or two babies out of every 100,000 contract neonatal herpes from their mothers. This means that neonatal herpes is rare but it does infect babies. Precautions need to be taken in time during pregnancy because when you bring a new life on the planet, you would want the child to be free of all avoidable problems. Thanks to
Famciclovir, we have a cure for herpes.
Famciclovir has been tested for effects of embryo-foetal development in rodents through oral doses. No instances of adverse effects could be observed on embryo-foetal development. Novartis, the manufacturer of this medicine under the trade name Famvir, recommends that famciclovir should not be administered to nursing women unless the benefit outweighs the risk.
What is Famciclovir?
Famciclovir is an oral anti-viral drug. It helps in slowing down the effects of herpes as the immune system of the body fights the infection. It also suppresses the symptoms and the associated pain. It is effective in the treatment and control of the following herpes virus infections:
– Chicken pox
– Cold sores
– Genital herpes
– Shingles
Famciclovir: Use in Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a delicate phase of life. Any stress or disease that affects the mother increases the probability of the unborn baby being affected. It is important to keep the following points in mind when you decide to use
Famciclovir during pregnancy:
Complete the entire course of the prescribed medication. There can be a reduction in symptoms before the treatment is complete.
It is most effective when treatment commences early after the manifestation of the symptoms.
Herpes remains contagious even under treatment.
The drug can be taken without food. However, there are less chances of a stomach upset if it is taken with food.
Drink water as frequently as possible while under Famciclovir medication to help your kidneys function properly.
A missed dose should not be accounted for by taking more pills than prescribed.
Mothers allergic to penciclovir cream (Denavir) should avoid this drug.
If you are a pregnant or nursing mother, your body is already going through a lot of changes. Thus, due to the special condition your body is in, a special dose or tests might be required to effectively treat herpes infection. Consultation with a doctor is further necessitated if you suffer from any of the following conditions:
Galactose intolerance
Glucose-galactose mal-absorption
Kidney disease
Severe lactase deficiency
Weak immunity
Less serious side effects that you may experience with Famciclovir include:
Confusion
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Mild itching or skin rash
Nausea, vomiting
Numbness or tingly feeling
