What is Ganciclovir used for?

This medication is an antiviral agent, prescribed for cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis (eye infection that can cause blindness) in people who have received organ or bone marrow transplants. It prevents the spread of CMV virus.

What are the side effects of Ganciclovir?

Body as a Whole - Fever, chills, infection, enlarged abdomen, weakness, chest pain, edema, headache, injection site inflammation, uneasiness and pain. Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, loss of appetite, vomiting, abnormal liver function test, mouth ulcer, constipation, indigestion and eructation. Blood - Decrease in all types of blood cells. Respiratory - Increased cough and difficulty in breathing. Central Nervous System - Abnormal dreams, anxiety, confusion, depression, dizzi

Can Ganciclovir be used during pregnancy?

• Avoid rapid or bolus (large amount) administration. • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of mental illness, epilepsy, kidney or liver disease, eye problems, decrease in blood counts, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. • It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. • Avoid any vaccination, alcohol consumption while taking this medication.

What precautions should be taken with Ganciclovir?

• Avoid rapid or bolus (large amount) administration. • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of mental illness, epilepsy, kidney or liver disease, eye problems, decrease in blood counts, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. • It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. • Avoid any vaccination, alcohol consumption while taking this medication.

Who manufactures Ganciclovir?

Dr. Gerhard Mann, Chem.-Pharm. Fabrik GmbH..

What ATC class does Ganciclovir belong to?

Ganciclovir: ATC J05AB06. ATC is the WHO Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical classification — it groups drugs by organ system and pharmacological mechanism.

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Ganciclovir

INN: ganciclovir

Data updated: 2026-04-25

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