NATCO PHARMA LIMITED (INDIA)
Natclovir
Natclovir contains Drug / Molecule called “Ganciclovir”. Natclovir is an antiviral drug .It is a guanine derivative. It competitively inhibits the binding of deoxyguanosine triphosphate to DNA polymerase, thus inhibiting viral DNA synthesis.
Indication
Natclovir is used for infections caused by cytomegalovirus. Natclovir is used for the treatment of Acute CMV colitis in HIV/AIDS and CMV pneumonitis in immunosuppressed patients.
Note
Precaution
- Natclovir is a prescription drug and should be used under proper medical guidance and advice.
- Caution should be exercised in patients with history of congenital CMV disease, blood cell or platelet problems, history of bone marrow depression, kidney, heart, or liver disease.
- Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Strength
250 mg &500 mgl.
Packing
250 mg 1*10 Capsules (Strip), 500 mg Vial
Storage
Store in a cool place, protect from light.
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Natclovir also available as
ROCHE
Cytovene-natclovir
"Cytovene" contains Drug / Molecule called “Ganciclovir”. Cytovene is an antiviral drug. Cytovene competitively inhibits the binding of deoxyguanosine triphosphate to DNA polymerase, thus inhibiting viral DNA synthesis.
“Natclovir” is generic version of “Cytovene” and both contain same Drug / Molecule “Ganciclovir”.