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Favihope 400 Tablet
Favipiravir (400mg)
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Favihope 400 Tablet is used for treatment of mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults (as per local guidelines/physician prescription); antiviral therapy for influenza has been studied/approved in some countries but use depends on regulatory guidance.
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Key details
Salt: Favipiravir (400mg)
Available variants: tablet 400mg 10`S
Price: ₹656 (₹65.63 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
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Composition of Favihope 400 Tablet
Favihope 400 Tablet contains Favipiravir (400mg). It belongs to the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase inhibitor (antiviral) class of medicines.
Uses of Favihope 400 Tablet
- Mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults (as per local guidelines
- Physician prescription)
- Antiviral therapy for influenza has been studied
- Approved in some countries but use depends on regulatory guidance
Benefits of Favihope 400 Tablet
- In Viral infection
- Favihope stops the virus multiplying so the infection is shorter and milder. It works best when started as early as possible.
- In Herpes and shingles
- Favihope speeds the healing of herpes or shingles blisters, eases the pain and lowers the chance of nerve pain lingering after shingles.
- In Influenza
- Favihope shortens a bout of flu and reduces its severity when started within the first days of symptoms.
- In Chronic viral hepatitis
- Favihope keeps hepatitis B or C virus suppressed, protecting the liver from ongoing damage and, for some, clearing the infection.
How Favihope 400 Tablet works
Favipiravir is an antiviral that is converted inside cells to an active form which inhibits viral RNA-dependent RNA polymerase. This blocks viral RNA replication and reduces viral multiplication.
How to take Favihope 400 Tablet
Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed by the doctor; swallow whole with water, with or without food. Maintain adequate hydration and complete the full course; do not self-medicate for viral fever/COVID without medical advice.
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 Favihope 400 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 Favihope 400 Tablet
Most side effects of Favihope are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Nausea
- diarrhoea
- abdominal discomfort
- increased uric acid (hyperuricaemia)
- elevated liver enzymes (ALT/AST)
- vomiting
- headache
- dizziness
Stop the medicine and get help at once 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 Favihope 400 Tablet
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
- Breast feedingUNSAFE
- Not recommended while breastfeeding.
- DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Ask your doctor whether it is safe for you to drive on this medicine.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverUNSAFE
- Not recommended if you have significant liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Not recommended in pregnancy; contraindicated/avoid if pregnant due to risk of fetal harm. Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during treatment and for a period after the last dose as advised; men should use contraception as advised. Use with caution in liver impairment, kidney impairment, gout or high uric acid; monitor liver function and uric acid if prescribed. Seek urgent help for signs of allergy, severe rash, yellowing of eyes/skin, or worsening breathing symptoms.
Do not take Favihope if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.
Interactions with other medicines
Pyrazinamide (may increase uric acid),theophylline (may increase favipiravir exposure),repaglinide (increased repaglinide levels/hypoglycaemia risk),other hepatotoxic drugs (additive liver enzyme elevation),probenecid or drugs affecting renal tubular transport (potential effect on levels)
How to store Favihope 400 Tablet
Store below 30°C. Keep in original pack, protected from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.
Quick tips for Favihope 400 Tablet
- Favihope 400 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.
- Favihope 400 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.
- Favihope 400 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 Favihope 400 Tablet and for 7 days after the completion of the treatment.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Related lab tests
People taking Favihope are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- Antiviral
- Drug class:
- RNA-dependent RNA polymerase inhibitor (antiviral)
- Chemical class:
- Pyrazinecarboxamides
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Favihope 400 Tablet FAQs
What is Favihope 400 Tablet used for?
Favihope 400 Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of mild to moderate COVID-19 in adults (as per local guidelines/physician prescription); antiviral therapy for influenza has been studied/approved in some countries but use depends on regulatory guidance. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Favihope 400 Tablet?
Viral infection: Favihope stops the virus multiplying so the infection is shorter and milder. It works best when started as early as possible. It is also used for herpes and shingles, influenza, chronic viral hepatitis.
What is the salt in Favihope 400 Tablet?
Favihope 400 Tablet contains Favipiravir (400mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Favihope 400 Tablet?
Oral tablet. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Favihope 400 Tablet work?
Favipiravir is an antiviral that is converted inside cells to an active form which inhibits viral RNA-dependent RNA polymerase.
Is Favihope 400 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Favihope 400 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Favihope 400 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Favihope are Nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort, increased uric acid (hyperuricaemia), elevated liver enzymes (ALT/AST). Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Favihope 400 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Favihope 400 Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Favihope.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Favihope 400 Tablet?
Limit alcohol while taking Favihope 400 Tablet; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Favihope 400 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Favihope 400 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Favihope 400 Tablet habit forming?
No. Favihope 400 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Favihope 400 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Favihope 400 Tablet starts at ₹656 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 400mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Favihope 400 Tablet?
Favihope 400 Tablet is manufactured by MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Favihope 400 Tablet delivered?
Favihope 400 Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Favihope 400 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Favipiravir (400mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹656 (₹65.63 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Manufacturer
- MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Therapeutic class
- Antiviral
- Drug class
- RNA-dependent RNA polymerase inhibitor (antiviral)
- Chemical class
- Pyrazinecarboxamides
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 400mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Manufacturer labeling/package insert,CDSCO/Indian regulatory guidance,established medical literature (peer-reviewed studies),standard drug references
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Favihope 400 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.