Zovirax 5 % 2 gm - Cream
Acyclovir
Acyclovir Cream, 5% is (antivirals) a herpes simplex virus (HSV) deoxy nucleoside analogue DNA polymerase inhibitor.
Zovirax speed up healing of the sores and decrease symptoms.
Indications:
• Herpes Simplex virus infections of the skin including initial and recurrent genital herpes and herpes labialis.
How to store:
keep at room temperature.
Active Ingredient:
Acyclovir .
Side effects:
• Allergy reaction, for example swelling of the lips, face and eyelids.
• Mild burning or stinging after application.
• Redness, itching or a mild drying or flaking of the skin, skin rashes, hives or weals.
Cautions:
• Hypersensitivity to acyclovir USP, valacyclovir, or any component of the formulation.
• Inside your mouth (e.g. For mouth ulcers) or nose or eyes.
• For any skin infection other than a cold sore.
How to use:
• Adults:
Zovirax Cream should be applied five times daily at approximately four hourly intervals, omitting the night time application.
• Pediatrics:
Zovirax Cream should be applied five times daily at approximately four hourly intervals, omitting the night time application.
Dosage Form:
Cream
Quantity:
2 gm
Storage:
room temperature