Ganciclovir (Oral And Injectable): What Is The Most Important Information I Should Know About Ganciclovir?
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| Pronunciation: | gan SYE kloe veer |
| Brand: | Cytovene |
What is the most important information I should know about ganciclovir?
If you are injecting ganciclovir at home, your healthcare provider will give you detailed instructions on how and where to inject the medication. If you do not understand these directions, do not attempt to inject the medication. Contact your healthcare provider for further instructions.
Serious side effects affecting the blood have been reported with the use of ganciclovir. Decreased levels of blood cells (white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets) have occurred. Your doctor may monitor your blood with blood tests.
Ganciclovir has caused birth defects in animals, and it is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy. Women should use an effective form of birth control during treatment with ganciclovir. Also, men should use a form of barrier contraception (e.g., condom) during and for at least 90 days following treatment with ganciclovir.
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Take all of the ganciclovir that has been prescribed, even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated. |
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Take oral ganciclovir with food to increase its absorption by the body. |
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| Last updated: | August 18, 2005 |
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