Molulife 200 Capsule

Composition of Molulife 200 Capsule

Molulife 200 Capsule contains Molnupiravir (200mg). It belongs to the Antiviral agent class of medicines.

Uses of Molulife 200 Capsule

Herpes labialis Genital herpes infection Chickenpox Herpes Simplex Virus Infections Eye infections by Herpes simplex virus Chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection Treatment of Mild to moderate Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Mild to moderate Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Molulife 200 Capsule helps manage mild to moderate Covid-19 symptoms in those individuals who are at a high risk of developing severe Covid-19 disease and do not need oxygen administration. This medicine may help you recover from the infection if diagnosed early before hospitalization. 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 Molulife 200 Capsule works

Molulife 200 Capsule is an antiviral medicine. It works by inhibiting the SARS-CoV-2 virus from replicating. This stops the virus from producing new copies and hence decreases the viral load in the body.

How to take Molulife 200 Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Molulife 200 Capsule 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 Molulife 200 Capsule, please consult your doctor.

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 Molulife 200 Capsule

Most side effects of Molulife 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 Molulife 200 Capsule

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 Molulife 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 Molulife 200 Capsule

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

Expert advice for Molulife 200 Capsule

Do not give Molulife 200 Capsule to children and adolescents aged less than 18 years. Do not stop taking Molulife 200 Capsule without talking to your doctor first, as it will protect you from becoming severely ill from COVID-19. Even after the treatment, continue practicing COVID-appropriate behavior such as wearing a mask, social distancing, and frequent handwashing. For individuals with conceiving potential, it is advisable to use contraceptive methods while taking Molnupiravir and for 4 days after the last dose of the medicine. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage. If you have genital herpes, use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MANKIND (PHARMA)

Therapeutic class:

ANTI INFECTIVES

Drug class:

Antiviral agent

Chemical class:

Nucleoside analoguesues