Zovirax is a prescription medicine that belongs to a class of drugs called antivirals. Zovirax contains aciclovir as its active ingredient and has potent antiviral activity. This medication is mainly used for the treatment of viral infections like genital herpes, cold sores, and chickenpox.
If you are diagnosed with the herpes virus, start the therapy as soon as possible or at the first sign of an outbreak. Your doctor may prescribe you Zovirax tablets depending on your age and medical condition. The tablets are taken orally with or without food.
Take the medication at the same times every day for maximum benefit. Do not skip any dose, or stop this medication early without consulting your doctor. Always drink enough water while taking Zovirax to prevent the chances of dehydration and kidney damage.
Patients may experience some common side effects after taking Zovirax, including:
Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any serious side effects, including:
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream. Works at tingle & blister. Clinically proven to improve healing and treat the virus.
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is indicated in adults and children for the treatment of a cold sore which is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus
Stages of the virus
After the itchy, tingly stage, the site of the cold sore gradually develops into a blister or a small group of blisters, surrounded by red and swollen skin.
After a day or so these burst to produce the typical open sore.
Like a sore anywhere on your body, these sores gradually dry up and form a crusty scab, which is usually a yellow-brown colour.
The sore gradually heals.
The scab falls off over a few days and should completely disappear after around 10 days, or faster with the use of Zovirax Cold Sore Cream.
The area may be a bit swollen for few days.
This is a medicine;
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist
• Seek advice before using if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from allergies
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Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you need antiviral therapy or you have any concerns or difficulties taking medicinalavascript.
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Keep out of reach of children.
Zovirax cream workingZovirax cream starts to work within 1-2 hours. However, it may take up to 4 weeks of treatment to notice a noticeable improvement in healing.
See your doctor or pharmacist if you are advised to useprevptives during the first 3 months of pregnancy.
Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding and if you are breastfeeding.
| Size | 1 applicator* | Application |
| Apply cream 1-2 times a day | Apply cream every 4-6 hours | |
| Prescription Strength | 10g | Prescription |
* If you are a prescriber or a pharmacist, your dose will be added after the first 2 applications.
Application is suitable for adults and adolescents over 12 years.
If you are not sure whether you are recommended to use Zovirax Cream apply it to the affected area.
Zovirax Cream is not recommended for children.
See your doctor or pharmacist if you are advised to use Zovirax Cream
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Common side effects of Zovirax Cream - headache, nausea, dizziness, hot flushes,igue, sleepiness, skin sensitivity to sunlight, flu-like symptoms, skin irritation, dry mouth, joint pain, skin sensitivity to heat, skin soreness, redness and swelling.
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Zovirax Cream for cold soresDo not use Zovirax Cream if you are allergic to aciclovir, valaciclovir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, erythromycin, clarithromycin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
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You must contact your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as wheezing, breathing difficulties or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body.
You must keep to your completed symptoms and do not exceed the recommended dose.
You must tell your doctor if you experience any new or worsening symptoms.
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Zovirax 5mg tablets contain the active ingredient acyclovir. This drug is an antiviral medication. It works by stopping the replication of the herpes simplex virus.
Follow these steps for the best results. You can get more than 5 tablets by using the correct dosage.
If you take Zovirax 5mg tablets, you should not have an allergic reaction.
The most common side effects are:
Store this medicine at room temperature.
This medicine should be used exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the dosage instructions provided by your doctor.
This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others. Do not share this medicine with other people. It may harm them.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medicine can pass into breast milk. Do not take this medicine with any other medication, including prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver, or heart problems. This medicine may affect some medicines.
Some side effects of this medicine include:
If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. Also, do not use this medicine in combination with any other medicines that contain aciclovir.
This medicine is for you.Do not use this medicine with any medicines that contain aciclovir. Do not take this medicine with any medicines that contain aciclovir. This medicine can harm your baby.Do not take this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
If you forget to take this medicine, take it as soon as you remember and do not take it less than 24 hours before the next dose. If it is more than 24 hours before the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the regular time. Do not take the next dose at the regular time to make up for the missed dose.
Do not store it in the bathroom. Keep it away from children and pets.
Do not use this medicine in combination with any other medicine that contains aciclovir.
Zovirax is an antiviral medication that works by blocking the replication of certain viruses in the body. Zovirax may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Zovirax is used to treat viral infections (such as cold sores, genital herpes, and shingles) caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Zovirax is a prescription medicine that is only available with a doctor’s prescription. If you are considering taking Zovirax for an over-the-counter (OTC) prescription, talk to your doctor about using a prescription. Even if you don’t start taking Zovirax within the first 6 months of treatment, your doctor may start you on a lower dose to help reduce the risk of side effects.
Zovirax is an antiviral medication that is used to treat viral infections (such as cold sores, genital herpes, and shingles) caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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