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Fluguard Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Composition :

FAVIPIRAVIR-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Fluguard Tablet

Fluguard Tablet belongs to a group of antiviral medicines used to treat coronavirus disease. It is also indicated for the treatment of influenza, ebola, and other pathogenic viral infections. Coronavirus disease, also known as SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2), is an infectious disease caused by the coronavirus.
 
Fluguard Tablet contains ‘Favipiravir’, which inhibits RNA polymerase, an enzyme that helps the coronavirus replicate itself. Thus, Fluguard Tablet lowers the virus load in the body and helps treat the infection.
 
You are advised to take Fluguard Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid), reduced neutrophil count, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Do not take Fluguard Tablet if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Fluguard Tablet . Use effective contraception during and for seven days after the treatment with Fluguard Tablet . Seek medical help immediately if you have a severe cough, fever, or difficulty breathing. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Fluguard Tablet

Fluguard Tablet is used to treat the Coronavirus disease.

Directions for Use

• Fluguard Tablet can be taken with or without food, as recommended by the doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.• Swallow Fluguard Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Fluguard Tablet belongs to a group of antiviral medicines. It has recently been approved for the treatment of mild coronavirus disease. In addition, it is indicated for the treatment of influenza, ebola, and other pathogenic viral infections. Fluguard Tablet inhibits the RNA polymerase enzyme, an enzyme that helps the coronavirus replicate itself. Thus, Fluguard Tablet lowers the virus load in the body and helps treat the infection.

How Fluguard Tablet Works

Fluguard Tablet contains ‘Favipiravir’, which inhibits RNA polymerase, an enzyme that helps the coronavirus replicate itself. Thus, Fluguard Tablet lowers the virus load in the body and helps treat the infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Fluguard Tablet
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
  • Avoid taking raw fruits, nuts and vegetables.
  • Do not share your personal things with others like toothbrushes.
  • Clean the wounds and cuts using soap and water.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently and maintain hygiene.
  • Get a good quality of sleep.

What if I have taken an overdose of Fluguard Tablet

Take Fluguard Tablet only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include reduced body weight, vomiting, and decreased locomotor activity. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Fluguard Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have gout, heart, liver or kidney problems. Do not take Fluguard Tablet if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Fluguard Tablet . Use effective contraception during and for seven days after the treatment with Fluguard Tablet . Seek medical help immediately if you have a severe cough, fever, or difficulty breathing. The safety of Fluguard Tablet in children is unknown, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Fluguard Tablet in children.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Always remember to wear a mask when you are around other people. Wearing a mask helps in preventing the spread of infection.
  • Maintain social distance and avoid gatherings.
  • Clean your hands regularly with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitiser.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces regularly.
  • Stay home and isolate yourself if you feel unwell.
  • Drink plenty of fluids. Stay well hydrated.
  • Saltwater gargling and steam inhalation would be helpful.
  • Exercise regularly. Try walking for 10 minutes in the morning, afternoon, evening and night.
  • Consume protein-rich foods.

Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIVIRALS

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether Fluguard Tablet interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Avoid taking Fluguard Tablet if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Fluguard Tablet as it may pass into breastmilk.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

It is unknown if Fluguard Tablet affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Fluguard Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Fluguard Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Consult your doctor

The safety of Fluguard Tablet in children is unknown. Please consult a doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Fluguard Tablet inhibits RNA polymerase enzyme, an enzyme that helps the corona virus to replicate itself. Thereby, Fluguard Tablet helps in lowering virus load in the body and treats the infection.

Do not stop taking Fluguard Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Fluguard Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Fluguard Tablet .

Fluguard Tablet might cause hyperuricemia (elevated levels of uric acid); therefore, it is advised to consult a doctor before taking Fluguard Tablet if you have gout.

Regularly clean your hands thoroughly using soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitiser. Avoid touching your nose, eyes, and mouth without washing your hands. Clean and disinfect surfaces regularly. Always remember to wear a mask, maintain social distance and avoid gatherings.

Covid-19 spreads through respiratory droplets when in close or direct contact with an infected person. The virus can spread through an infected person’s sneeze or cough. The virus can also be transmitted by touching any contaminated surfaces and then touching the nose, mouth or eyes without washing their hands.

Please consult your doctor before taking Fluguard Tablet with repaglinide as taking them together might cause unpleasant side-effects such as low blood sugar levels, headache and upper respiratory tract infections.

Fluguard Tablet contains favipiravir as its active substance, which belongs to a class of medicines called antiviral medicines. Fluguard Tablet is used to treat coronavirus disease.

Fluguard Tablet is preferably taken in individuals with mild Covid-19 infection. Early use of antiviral medicines is more effective, while delaying treatment can worsen symptoms and slow recovery. Consult your doctor immediately after testing positive for Covid-19.

Fluguard Tablet should not be taken by those allergic to any of its active components, with severe kidney or liver issues. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use it only if advised by a doctor.

Fluguard Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor, typically for up to 14 days. Your doctor decides the dose based on your health condition. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

Fluguard Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients, as they may have reduced physiological functions, requiring close monitoring. There is no established experience with its use in young children, so it should be used only if advised by a doctor.

Fluguard Tablet should generally be avoided during pregnancy due to potential risks to the fetus, and breastfeeding women are advised to discontinue lactation if Fluguard Tablet is necessary, as its metabolites may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, always consult a healthcare provider before using Fluguard Tablet in pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Store Fluguard Tablet at room temperature below 30°C in a dry place as advised on the label. Keep it out of reach of children.

You can take Fluguard Tablet , if you have diabetes and hypertension, but only under medical supervision. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:52 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7467067/
  2. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public?gclid=CjwKCAjwg4-EBhBwEiwAzYAlsqvhZjH0MzLGKaVHMyWIqCAPBQ3SJR1ur_b_rpAy70G2OE2hjWSAPxoC-7cQAvD_BwE
  3. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04359615

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