Avigan

 

 

Avigan is an antiviral drug that contains favipirapir. Currently, Avigan is being further researched to deal with Corona virus infection or COVID-19.

Avigan contains the active ingredient favipiravir. Favipirapir is used to treat infections caused by the influenza virus. Favipiravir works against RNA viruses by inhibiting the polymerase enzyme, so the virus cannot reproduce and spread.Avigan is produced by Toyama Chemical, which is a subsidiary of Fujifilm from Japan. Avigan has been produced and used in the clinical trial phase since 2014 until now. The favipiravir content in Avigan is also being studied to deal with Corona virus infection or COVID 19.

Warnings Before Using Avigan:

According to ongoing research, pay attention to the following points before using drugs containing favipiravir:

-Do not use favipiravir if you have a history of allergies to this drug.

-Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.

-Tell your doctor if you have a history of gout, immune system disorders, mental disorders, shock, fungal or bacterial infections, hepatitis, tuberculosis, asthma, respiratory failure, and tumors.

-Tell your doctor if you are having dialysis procedures or have had an organ transplant.

-Tell your doctor if you have a history of addiction to alcohol or drugs.

-Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medications, including herbal remedies and supplements.

-If there is an allergic drug reaction or an overdose after using favipiravir, see a doctor immediately.

Dosage and Usage Rules of Avigan

The exact dosage for Avigan use is not yet known. The doctor will consider the use of Avigan to treat Corona virus infection according to the severity of the disease and the condition of each patient.

How to use Avigan the right way

Avigan is only used according to the doctor's judgment. Use Avigan according to doctor's instructions or the directions for using the drug. Do not increase or decrease the dose, and do not use the drug for longer than the recommended time.

Make sure there is sufficient distance between one dose and the next dose. It is recommended to take Avigan at the same time every day.Store Avigan in a closed place in a cool temperature.

Interaction of Avigan with Drugs and Other Ingredients

According to ongoing research, when used together with certain drugs, the favipiravir content in Avigan can cause drug interaction effects in the form of:

-Decreased effectiveness of amiodarone, atorvastatin, lovastatin, carbamazepine, chloroquine, cisapride, diclofenac, diltiazem, enzalutamide, erlotinib, ethinylestradiol, and ifosfamide

-Increased risk of side effects of grazoprevir, hydrocortisone, indacaterol, lenvatinib, morphine, nintedanib, oseltamivir, paliperidone, quinidine, ranitidine, simvastatin, tetracycline, vincristine, and zidovudine

-Decreased effectiveness of ketamine, ketorolac, ibuprofen, piroxicam, lansoprazole, omeprazole, methadone, nicardipine, naproxen, repaglinide, sorafenib, theophylline, tretinoin, verapamil, and warfarin

-Increased risk of side effects of acyclovir, benzylpenicillin, cefalor, bisoprolol, captopril, cefazolin, cefdinir, citrulline, dexamethasone, digoxin, estradiol, everolimus, famotidine, allopurinol, and fexofenadine

Avigan Side Effects and Dangers

It is not yet known what side effects may be caused by the favipiravir in Avigan. However, current research suggests that favipiravir can cause several complaints if it is used in excess (overdose), including vomiting, weight loss, and decreased mobility.

Immediately check with your doctor if you experience these complaints or experience an allergic reaction to drugs, such as an itchy rash on the skin, swelling of the lips and eyelids, or difficulty breathing.