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FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS

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Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the User

Famciclovir Pensa 125 mg Film-Coated 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 or pharmacist.

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.

  • Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
  • If you have any doubts, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
  • This medication has been prescribed to you only, and you should not give it to others, even if they have the same symptoms as you, as it may harm them.
  • If you experience side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the pack:

  1. What is Famciclovir Pensa and what is it used for
  2. What you need to know before you take Famciclovir Pensa
  3. How to take Famciclovir Pensa
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storing Famciclovir Pensa
  6. Contents of the pack and further information

1. What is Famciclovir Pensa and what is it used for

Famciclovir Pensa is an antiviral medicine. It stops the multiplication of the infecting virus. Since the virus reproduces in a very early stage of infection, you will benefit more from treatment if you start taking Famciclovir Pensa after the first symptoms appear.

Famciclovir Pensa is used to treat two types of viral infections in adults:

  • Herpes zoster, a viral infection caused by a virus called varicella-zoster (the same virus that causes chickenpox). Famciclovir Pensa stops the spread of the virus in the body, so healing occurs more quickly.
  • Famciclovir Pensa is also used to treat herpes zoster in the area around the eye or even in the eye itself (herpes zoster ophthalmicus).
  • Genital herpes. Genital herpes is a viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 or 2. It is usually transmitted through sexual contact. It causes blisters and a burning or itching sensation around the genitals, which can be painful. Famciclovir Pensa is used to treat genital herpes infections in adults. People who have frequent episodes of genital herpes can also take Famciclovir Pensa to help prevent its recurrence.
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2. What you need to know before you take Famciclovir Pensa

Do not take Famciclovir Pensa

  • if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to famciclovir, to any of the other ingredients of Famciclovir Pensa described in section 6, or to penciclovir (the active metabolite of famciclovir and an ingredient in some other medicines).

If you think you may be allergic, consult your doctor.

Be careful with Famciclovir Pensa

  • If you have any kidney disease (or have had it before). Your doctor may decide to give you a lower dose of Famciclovir Pensa.
  • If you have problems with your immune system.
  • If you have liver problems.

If any of these apply to you, consult your doctor before taking Famciclovir Pensa.

Children and adolescents (under 18 years)

Famciclovir Pensa is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

Prevention of genital herpes transmission to others

If you are taking Famciclovir Pensa to treat or suppress genital herpes, or if you have had genital herpes in the past, you can practice safe sex by using condoms. This is important to avoid infecting others. You should not have sex if you have pain or blisters on your genitals.

Using Famciclovir Pensa with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using or have recently used other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription.

It is especially important that you inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medicines:

  • Raloxifene (used to prevent and treat osteoporosis).
  • Probenecid (used to treat high uric acid levels associated with gout and to increase blood levels of penicillin-type antibiotics) or other medicines that may affect your kidneys.

Taking Famciclovir Pensa with food and drinks

You can take Famciclovir Pensa with or without food.

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.

If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, consult your doctor. Famciclovir Pensa should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Your doctor will discuss the potential risks of taking Famciclovir Pensa during pregnancy.

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Famciclovir Pensa should not be used during breastfeeding unless clearly necessary. Your doctor will discuss the potential risks of taking Famciclovir Pensa during breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines

Famciclovir Pensa can cause dizziness, drowsiness, or confusion. If you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with Famciclovir Pensa, do not drive or use machines.

3. How to take Famciclovir Pensa

Follow the instructions for administration of this medicine exactly as indicated by your doctor. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

  • The daily dose and duration of treatment will depend on the type of viral infection you have - see below. Your doctor will prescribe the correct dose for you.
  • To get the best results, start taking the medicine as soon as the first signs and symptoms appear.
  • Do not have sex with anyone if you have symptoms of genital herpes - even if you have started treatment with Famciclovir Pensa. This is because you can infect your partner with the herpes infection.
  • If you have or have had kidney problems, your doctor may decide to give you a lower dose of Famciclovir Pensa.

Dose for herpes zoster

If you have a normal immune system, the recommended dose is

  • one 500 mg tablet, three times a day, for seven days

If you have a weakened immune system, the recommended dose is

  • one 500 mg tablet, three times a day, for ten days

Dose for genital herpes:

The dose depends on the state of your immune system and the stage of your infection.

If you have a normal immune system, the dose is as follows:

For the first episode, the recommended dose is:

  • one 250 mg tablet, three times a day, for five days

For treating new episodes, the recommended dose is:

  • one 125 mg tablet, twice a day, for five days

For preventing new episodes, the recommended dose is:

  • one 250 mg tablet, twice a day

Your doctor will inform you how long you need to continue taking your tablets.

If you have a weakened immune system, the dose is as follows:

For treating the current episode, the recommended dose is:

  • one 500 mg tablet, twice a day, for seven days

For preventing new episodes, the dose is:

  • one 500 mg tablet, twice a day

Your doctor will inform you how long you need to continue taking your tablets.

If you take more Famciclovir Pensa than you should

If you have taken more tablets than you should, or if someone else has taken your medicine by mistake, go to your doctor or hospital immediately. Show them your tablet pack. You can also call the Toxicology Information Service, telephone 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount taken.

Taking too much Famciclovir Pensa can damage your kidneys. People with kidney problems may rarely experience kidney failure if their dose is not lowered correctly.

If you forget to take Famciclovir Pensa

If you forget to take a dose of Famciclovir Pensa, take it as soon as you remember. Then take the next dose at the scheduled time. However, do not take two doses in a period of less than 1 hour; in that case, skip the missed dose. Also, do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

If you have any other questions about the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Famciclovir Pensa can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. The side effects caused by Famciclovir Pensa are usually mild to moderate.

Severe side effects of Famciclovir Pensa:

Most of these side effects are rare or uncommon (affect between 1 and 100 out of 10,000 patients)

  • Severe blisterson the skin and/or mucous membranes of the lips, eyes, mouth, nostrils, or genitals (these could be signs of severe allergic skin reactions, see frequency below).
  • Unexplained bruising, redness, or purple-colored areas on the skin or nosebleeds(these may be signs of a decrease in the number of platelets in the blood, see frequency below).
  • Swelling under the skin surface(e.g., facial swelling around the eyes, swelling of the eyelids, throat inflammation).
  • Yellowing of the skin and/or eyes(signs of jaundice).

If you notice any of these side effects, contact a doctor immediately or go to the nearest emergency room.

Very common side effects (may affect more than 1 in 10 patients)

  • Headache

Common side effects (may affect between 1 and 10 in 100 patients)

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Rash
  • Itching
  • Abnormal liver function test results

Uncommon side effects (may affect between 1 and 10 in 1,000 patients)

  • Confusion
  • Severe skin reactions

Rare side effects (may affect between 1 and 10 in 10,000 patients)

  • Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not real)
  • Yellowing of the skin and/or eyes
  • Low platelet count

If you think any of the side effects you are experiencing is serious, or if you notice any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist.

Reporting 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 through the Spanish Medicines and Healthcare Products Agency (AEMPS) website: https://www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storing Famciclovir Pensa

  • Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
  • Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month shown.
  • Do not store above 30°C. Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
  • Do not use this medicine if you notice the packaging is damaged or shows signs of deterioration.
  • Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Place the packaging and any unused medicine in the SIGRE collection point at your pharmacy. If in doubt, 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 Famciclovir Pensa

The active ingredient is famciclovir. Each tablet contains 125 mg of famciclovir.

The other ingredients are: Core: pregelatinized corn starch, sodium lauryl sulfate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium croscarmellose, anhydrous colloidal silica, stearic acid. Coating: hypromellose (E464), titanium dioxide (E171), macrogol 4000, macrogol 6000.

Appearance of Famciclovir Pensa and pack contents

Famciclovir Pensa 125 mg is presented in the form of film-coated tablets, white, round, biconvex, with a diameter of approximately 7.6 mm.

Each pack contains 10 tablets.

Marketing authorization holder

Towa Pharmaceutical, S.A.

C/ de Sant Martí, 75-97

08107 Martorelles (Barcelona)

Spain

Manufacturer

PharmaPath S.A.

28is Oktovriou 1, Agia Varvara,

123 51, Greece

This leaflet was approved in December 2013

Detailed and updated information on this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Healthcare Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS?
FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
What is the active substance in FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS?
The active ingredient in FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is famciclovir. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
How much does FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS cost in pharmacies?
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Who manufactures FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS?
FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS is manufactured by Towa Pharmaceutical S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
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What are the alternatives to FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS?
Other medicines with the same active substance (famciclovir) include FAMCICLOVIR NORMON 125 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS, FAMCICLOVIR NORMON 250 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS, FAMCICLOVIR PENSA 250 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.
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