Zovirax Cream - 10 Gm

Product Name

• Zovirax Cream - 10 gm

Scientific Name

• Acyclovir 5%

Category Of Zovirax Cream

• Anti-Viral

Mechanism Of Action Of Acyclovir

• Acyclovir is an antiviral that acts by interfering with viral DNA polymerase to inhibit DNA replication via chain termination

Therapeutic Indications Of Zovirax Cream

• Limited, non-life-threatening mucocutaneous Herpes simplex virus infections
• Genital Herpes

Method Of Administration Of Zovirax Cream

• Acyclovir Cream is not for use in your mouth, eyes or the vagina.
• You should not mix Acyclovir with anything before you use it, not even water.
• Always wash your hands before and after you use the cream.
• Adults and children:

1. Apply a thin layer of cream to the affected area five times a day.
2. You should space each application of Acyclovir by four hours.
3. Suggested times are: 7am, 11am,3pm, 7pm and 11pm.

• If your cold sore has not healed after 4 days, or your genital herpes sore has not healed after 5 days, you may use the cream for 5 more days.
• If the affected area has still not healed after this, stop using the cream and tell your doctor.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next
• dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Zovirax Cream

• Allergic reactions (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)
• If you have an allergic reaction, stop taking Acyclovir Tablets and see a doctor straight away. The signs may include:

1. rash, itching or hives on your skin
2. swelling of your face, lips, tongue or other parts of your body
3. shortness of breath, wheezing or trouble breathing
4. collapse

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Zovirax Cream

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce The Risk of Infections

• The following advice may help you to reduce viral infection

1. Eat Healthily: Much of your immune system is in your GI tract, so keeping a healthy gut is half of the battle. Immune-system-boosting foods include fish, nuts, and olive oil.
2. Take Your Vitamins
3. Wash Your Hands Often and Sanitize
4. Get Enough Sleep

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Zovirax Cream

• Do not use Acyclovir: If you are allergic to acyclovir or valacyclovir or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
• Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before using Acyclovir
• Acyclovir Cream is not for use in the mouth, eyes or the vagina.
• Acyclovir Cream may cause skin irritation.

Storage Conditions Of Zovirax Cream

• store below 25°c
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Acyclovir

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit Medscape at Information About Acyclovir
• Visit Drugbank at Information About Acyclovir
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Acyclovir
• SFDA website