How to use ACICLOVIR ARISTO 800 mg DISPERSIBLE TABLETS
Contents of the leaflet
- Introduction
- What is Aciclovir Aristo and what is it used for
- What you need to know before you take Aciclovir Aristo
- How to take Aciclovir Aristo
- Possible side effects
- Storage of Aciclovir Aristo
- Contents of the pack and further information
Introduction
Package Leaflet: Information for the User
Aciclovir Aristo 800 mg Dispersible Tablets EFG
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
- If you have any further questions, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
- This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their signs of illness are the same as yours.
- If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.
Contents of the pack:
- What is Aciclovir Aristo and what is it used for
- What you need to know before you take Aciclovir Aristo
- How to take Aciclovir Aristo
- Possible side effects
- Storage of Aciclovir Aristo
- Contents of the pack and further information
1. What is Aciclovir Aristo and what is it used for
Aciclovir Aristo belongs to a group of medicines called antivirals.
It is used to treat infections caused by the herpes zoster virus and the varicella virus in adults and children over 6 years of age.
2. What you need to know before you take Aciclovir Aristo
Do not takeAciclovir Aristoif:
- you are allergic to aciclovir, valaciclovir, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking Aciclovir Aristo:
Other medicines and Aciclovir Aristo
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or might use any other medicines.
Tell your doctor if you have taken probenecid, cimetidine, or mycophenolate mofetil (a medicine used in transplant patients) recently.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
Aciclovir passes into breast milk. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you are breastfeeding.
Driving and using machines
Some side effects such as drowsiness or sleepiness may affect your ability to concentrate and react. Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel that your ability is affected.
3. How to take Aciclovir Aristo
Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medicine given by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose, frequency, and duration of treatment.
Remember to take your medicine.
Your doctor will tell you the duration of your treatment with Aciclovir Aristo. Do not stop treatment before.
The usual doses for adults are:
- for the treatment of herpes zoster infections: one 800 mg tablet five times a day, every four hours, omitting the night dose.
- for the treatment of varicella: one 800 mg tablet five times a day, every four hours, omitting the night dose.
The usual doses for children over 6 years of age are:
- for the treatment of varicella: one 800 mg tablet four times a day.
For children under 6 years of age, other formulations are recommended.
Dissolve the tablet in at least 50 ml of water and stir before taking.
It is recommended to drink plenty of fluid while on this treatment.
If you think the effect of Aciclovir Aristo is too strong or too weak, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
If you take more Aciclovir Aristo than you should
In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone: 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount taken.
If you forget to take Aciclovir Aristo
Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses, simply wait for the next dose.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
- Headache, dizziness, feeling tired, fever.
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain.
- Itching, skin rash (sometimes caused by sensitivity to sunlight).
Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
- Hair loss.
- Hives.
Rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)
- Changes in blood tests (reversible increases in bilirubin and liver enzymes, increases in blood urea and creatinine).
- Difficulty breathing.
- Angioedema (swelling of the lips, eyes, and tongue).
- Sudden and severe allergic reaction (anaphylactic reaction).
Very rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)
- Anemia (decrease in red blood cells) or leukopenia (decrease in white blood cells), bruising (due to a decrease in platelets).
- Agitation, confusion, tremors, difficulty moving, difficulty speaking, confusion or imagining things (hallucinations), changes in personality and behavior, seizures, drowsiness, encephalopathy (brain disorder), coma. These effects are generally reversible and usually occurred in patients with kidney disorders or predisposing factors.
- Hepatitis (inflammation of the liver), jaundice (yellow color of the skin and eyes), acute kidney failure, kidney pain (may be associated with kidney failure).
Tell your doctor immediatelyif you experience any of the following symptoms of allergy: wheezing, palpitations or chest tightness, collapse, swelling of eyelids, face, lips, or other parts of the body, skin rash or bruising. These symptoms may mean that you are allergic to aciclovir. Do not takeany more tablets unless your doctor tells you to.
Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Spanish Medicines and Healthcare Products Agency (AEMPS) website: www.notificaRAM.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. Storage of Aciclovir Aristo
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original packaging to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the packaging after EXP. The expiry date is the last day of the month shown.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Dispose of the packaging and any unused medicine in the pharmacy's SIGRE point. If you are unsure, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and any unused medicine. This will help protect the environment.
6. Contents of the pack and further information
Composition of Aciclovir Aristo:
- The active ingredient is aciclovir. One tablet contains 800 mg of aciclovir.
- The other ingredients (excipients) are: core: microcrystalline cellulose (E460), aluminum and magnesium silicate, sodium carboxymethyl starch (type A) (from potato), povidone K30, magnesium stearate (E572). Coating: hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E171), macrogol 400, macrogol 8000.
Appearance of the product and pack contents
White, biconvex, and elongated dispersible tablets, scored on both sides.
PVC/Aluminum blister pack.
Container with 35 tablets.
Container with 500 tablets (clinical container).
Only some pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer
Marketing authorization holder
Aristo Pharma Iberia, S.L.
C/ Solana, 26
28850 Torrejón de Ardoz
Madrid, Spain
Manufacturer
Laboratorios Medicamentos Internacionales, S.A.
C/ Solana, 26
28850, Torrejón de Ardoz
Madrid, Spain
Date of last revision of this leaflet: 10/2022
Detailed and updated information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Healthcare Products (AEMPS) www.aemps.gob.es

Illustrative image - Country of registration
- Dosage formTABLET, 800 mg
- ATC codeJ05AB01
- Average pharmacy price52.95 EUR
- Active substance
- Prescription requiredYes
- Manufacturer
- CompositionCARBOXIMETILALMIDON SODICO (42 mg mg)
- This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a doctor before taking any medication. Oladoctor is not responsible for medical decisions based on this content.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ACICLOVIR ARISTO 800 mg DISPERSIBLE TABLETS requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
The active ingredient in ACICLOVIR ARISTO 800 mg DISPERSIBLE TABLETS is aciclovir. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
The average pharmacy price for ACICLOVIR ARISTO 800 mg DISPERSIBLE TABLETS is around 52.95 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the manufacturer and dosage form.
ACICLOVIR ARISTO 800 mg DISPERSIBLE TABLETS is manufactured by Aristo Pharma Iberia S.L.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
Doctors such as Family doctors, Pulmonologists, Infectious disease physicians, General medicine doctors, Immunologists, Lactation medicine doctors, Intensive care physicians may assess whether ACICLOVIR ARISTO 800 mg DISPERSIBLE TABLETS is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.
The prescription is issued by a doctor after assessing your health. In Spain, ACICLOVIR ARISTO 800 mg DISPERSIBLE TABLETS is then dispensed in pharmacies with that prescription. An online consultation does not guarantee that a prescription will be issued: the decision always rests with the doctor.
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