1. Product Description
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Brand Name:Â Fabiflu 200mg
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Generic Name:Â Favipiravir
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Manufacturer:Â Glenmark Pharmaceuticals (India)
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Dosage Form:Â Film-coated tablets
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Pack Size:Â Typically 34 tablets/blister pack (for full course)
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Approval Status:Â Emergency use authorization for COVID-19 in India
2. Composition
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Active Ingredient:Â Favipiravir 200mg
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Inactive Ingredients:Â Microcrystalline cellulose, povidone K30, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, film coating agents
3. Therapeutic Uses
Approved Indication:
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Treatment of mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults
Mechanism of Action:
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RNA-dependent RNA polymerase inhibitor
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Prevents viral replication of SARS-CoV-2
4. Recommended Dosage
Standard Treatment Protocol:
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Day 1 (Loading Dose):Â 1800mg (9 tablets) twice daily
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Days 2-10 (Maintenance):Â 800mg (4 tablets) twice daily
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Total Duration:Â 10-14 days
Administration:
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Take with or without food
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Swallow whole with water
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Maintain 12-hour intervals between doses
5. Contraindications
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Pregnancy (Category X – high fetal risk)
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Severe hepatic impairment
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History of gout/hyperuricemia
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Hypersensitivity to favipiravir
6. Side Effects
Common:
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Nausea (12-15%)
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Headache (5-8%)
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Diarrhea (3-5%)
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Elevated uric acid
Serious (require medical attention):
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Severe hepatotoxicity
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Allergic reactions
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Neuropsychiatric symptoms
7. Storage Conditions
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Store below 30°C
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Protect from moisture
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Keep in original packaging
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Shelf life: 24 months
8. Special Precautions
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Pregnancy test required before treatment
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Effective contraception mandatory during and for 7 days post-treatment
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Monitoring recommended:
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Liver function tests
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Uric acid levels
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Clinical response
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9. Drug Interactions
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Pyrazinamide: Increased uric acid
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Repaglinide: Altered glucose control
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Theophylline: May require dose adjustment
10. Manufacturer’s Note
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For emergency use only in COVID-19
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Not a substitute for vaccination
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Use under medical supervision
Note:Â Treatment protocols may vary based on regional guidelines. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice.
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