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What is Valcyte (valganciclovir)?

Valcyte tablets and oral solution contain the active ingredient valganciclovir. Valganciclovir is known as a pro-drug. Once inside the body it is broken down into the active ingredient ganciclovir, which is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat infection with a virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV). CMV is a member of the herpes group of viruses. In healthy people this common virus normally produces symptoms milder than the common cold. However, in people whose immune systems are compromised, such as people with AIDS, or people who have had an organ transplant and are taking powerful medicines that suppress the immune system, it can cause serious infection because the immune system cannot fight it. This is referred to as opportunistic infection. In immunocompromised people, infection with CMV can lead to complications such as a condition called CMV retinitis. In CMV retinitis the virus causes severe inflammatory changes in the retina of the eye, which can lead to blindness. Ganciclovir works by blocking the action of an enzyme called DNA polymerase that is found in the CMV virus. This enzyme is required by the virus for it to copy genetic material (from RNA to DNA), a process that is necessary for the virus to multiply and survive. Ganciclovir is also incorporated into the DNA of the virus. By blocking the action of DNA polymerase and disrupting viral DNA, ganciclovir prevents CMV from multiplying. This controls the infection and helps the immune system to deal with it. If you would like to find out more visit:  http://www.lynchspharmacy.com/medicin... http://www.lynchspharmacy.com You can also visit Lynch's Pharmacy in Broadale, Maryborough Hill, Cork. Please note that this video is meant for educational purposes only, and should not be used as a means to diagnose any health condition. You should always consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding your health or medication.We are not selling or advertising any product our videos include. Thank you for watching!