Covihope 400 Tablet

Composition of Covihope 400 Tablet

Covihope 400 Tablet contains Favipiravir (400mg). It belongs to the Antiviral agent class of medicines.

Uses of Covihope 400 Tablet

Treatment of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) is a highly infectious disease that is caused by a strain of a virus called coronavirus. The most common symptoms are fever
• cough
• loss of taste or smell
• breathing difficulty
• nasal congestion
• and diarrhea among others. Covihope 400mg Tablet is used to manage these symptoms in mildly to moderately infected individuals and helps you recover from the infection. Covihope 400mg Tablet should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor. If you think you have come in contact with a person who has been infected with Covid-19
• or if you feel any of these symptoms
• consult your doctor immediately.

How Covihope 400 Tablet works

Covihope 400mg Tablet is an antiviral medicine. It stops the SARS-CoV-2 virus from multiplying. By doing so, it decreases viral load in the body, restricts the spread of infection and helps in speeding up the recovery process.

How to take Covihope 400 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Covihope 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Covihope 400mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause confusion, kidney injury and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Covihope 400 Tablet

Most side effects of Covihope are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Covihope 400 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Antivirals work best when started early — within the first day or two of symptoms for most infections. Complete the course exactly as prescribed; stopping early can allow the virus to become resistant. Drink plenty of water, particularly with aciclovir and its relatives. Treatment for chronic hepatitis must never be stopped without your specialist's advice.

Do not take Covihope if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Several antivirals interact with other medicines — tell your doctor everything you take, including supplements.

How to store Covihope 400 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Covihope 400 Tablet

Covihope 400mg Tablet is used for the treatment of mild to moderate Covid-19 symptoms. Inform your doctor if you have gout, uric acid, liver, or kidney disease. Covihope 400mg Tablet should be administered with care to elderly patients by monitoring their general conditions. Seek immediate medical attention if you see signs of allergic reactions like red or blistering rash, difficulty swallowing or breathing, swelling of the eyelids, lips, face, throat, or tongue. Covihope 400mg Tablet can be taken on an empty or full stomach. However, taking it with food might reduce the possibility of nausea and vomiting. It is advisable to use contraceptive methods while taking Covihope 400mg Tablet and for 7 days after the completion of the treatment. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Covihope 400mg Tablet is used for the treatment of mild to moderate Covid-19 symptoms. Inform your doctor if you have gout, uric acid, liver, or kidney disease. Covihope 400mg Tablet should be administered with care to elderly patients by monitoring their general conditions. Seek immediate medical attention if you see signs of allergic reactions like red or blistering rash, difficulty swallowing or breathing, swelling of the eyelids, lips, face, throat, or tongue. Covihope 400mg Tablet can be taken on an empty or full stomach. However, taking it with food might reduce the possibility of nausea and vomiting. It is advisable to use contraceptive methods while taking Covihope 400mg Tablet and for 7 days after the completion of the treatment. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Therapeutic class:

ANTI INFECTIVES

Drug class:

Antiviral agent

Chemical class:

Pyrazinecarboxamides