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Zovirax Cream

Product Information

Zovirax Cream is a treatment for viral infections of the skin called cold sores, also called fever blisters. Sometimes called herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections of the skin called genital herpes and cold sores calledGenital cold sores (chancery entries) are caused by the virus Zovirax contains the active ingredient (in this case, aciclovir) called aciclovir. This medication is used to reduce the severity of the symptoms of cold sores called genital herpes and cold sores calledGenital herpes is a virus to be treated for

Name of Drug	Active Ingredient	Infection
	Active ingredient (in this case, aciclovir)
	Other Active Ingredient	Other active ingredient

This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless it is prescribed by a doctor. It can be used in breastfeeding women to reduce the risk of side effects. However, this medication should not be used during pregnancy except under the supervision of a doctor.

Do not take Zovirax Cream if you are allergic to aciclovir, valaciclovir, propylene glycol, or any of its ingredients.

If you are using this medication to reduce the severity of the symptoms of cold sores, it is important to tell your doctor about all the products you use (prescription/ OTC medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), as they may not be suitable for all patients. This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by a doctor.

If you are using this medication to reduce the severity of the symptoms of cold sores, you should wash your hands before and after applying the cream. It can take 1 to 3 days to notice an improvement in the symptoms of cold sores after applying the cream. If you experience sores that do not heal after 3 days of application of the cream, contact your doctor right away.

Before using this medication,tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, diabetes, a heart attack, a stroke, liver or kidney disease, stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding, or a deformed penis. Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to get pregnant or are breast-feeding. Zovirax Cream should not be used by children below 12 years of age unless prescribed by a doctor.

It is important to keep zovirax cream out of the reach of children. Zovirax Cream should not be used if you are using any antiviral medication. It can cause a serious skin reaction called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (a condition that causes fever, muscle aches and soreness). If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor or get medical help right away.

In summary:if you have cold sores, do not apply any cream at all, unless your doctor tells you to.

Always wash your hands after applying Zovirax Cream. If you apply a lotion that contains aciclovir, you may get sores that are white or even bloody on the skin. This can happen even when you apply the cream. Also, you may not see the sores on your skin for weeks or months after you apply the cream.

To apply the cream properly, wash your hands after applying Zovirax Cream.

Overview

Zovirax Cold Sore Cream delivers the active ingredient, aciclovir, efficiently and deeply into your skin to fight the virus that causes cold sores. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream can deliver up to 5 times move of the available active ingredient, aciclovir, than some generic aciclovir creams.

Designed to be simple to use and effective, apply Zovirax Cold Sore Cream at the first tingle to get to the cause of your cold sore. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is uniquely formulated to maximise penetration. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream contains the anti-viral agent, aciclovir 5%, that stops the multiplication of the cold sore virus. Zovirax MAC-P penetrating formula gets to the site of infection. Use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream five times daily at approximately four hourly intervals for four days.

Zovirax Cold Sore Treatment cuts cold sore healing time in half compared with no treatment. **On average compared with historical data for untreated cold sores

AUST R NUMBER:

AUST R 150098

Ingredients

CONTAINS:

Propylene glycol, Paraffin – soft white, Cetostearyl alcohol, Paraffin – liquid, Arlacel 165, Dimethicone 20, Poloxamer, Sodium lauryl sulphate, Water - purified

INGREDIENTS:

Aciclovir 5%w/w

Instructions

SAFETY DIRECTIONS:

Keep out of reach of children. DO NOT USE ZOVIRAX COLD SORE CREAM:- If you are pregnant, unless under medical advice- In the eyes, inside the mouth or nose. For external use only.- If the nozzle is punctured- If the use-by date has expiredSee your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Do not use in children under 12 years of age.

DOSAGE:

At first sign of a tingle or blister apply a small amount to the affected area 5 times daily for 4 days.

Safety

PRODUCT WARNINGS:

Do not use- if you are pregnant unless under medical advice- in or near your eyes- for internal use- if the nozzle is punctured-if the use-by date has expired. See your doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist.

ONLINE MANDATORY STATEMENT:

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

Country of Origin

Made in the UK from imported and local components

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Active Ingredients

Severity:

Poloxamer 407, 25 mg

Cetostearyl alcohol, alcohol, propylene glycol, Arlacel 165, Dimethicone 20, Poloxamer 407, 25 mg

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Recommended Dosage

Dosage:

Apply Zovirax Cold Sore Cream at the first sign of a tingle or blister for five times daily for 4 days.

Zovirax (Acyclovir) Medication Information:

What is Zovirax?

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.

Benefits and uses of Zovirax:

• Doctors generally prescribe Zovirax to treat initial episodes of genital herpes and to suppress the frequent recurrence of genital herpes. It is also used to treat herpes labialis (cold sore), herpes zoster (shingles), and chickenpox.
• Zovirax does not cure the viral disease but it reduces your symptoms and the severity of the infection. It helps to decrease pain and itching, speed up sore healing, and prevent new sore formation.
• In people with genital herpes, Zovirax does not protect against the spread of the virus to others. You can spread the virus even if you do not have symptoms. Therefore always use an effective barrier method such as condoms or dental dams during all sexual activity.

How to use Zovirax?

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.

Recommended dosage:

• For genital herpes:The initial recommended dosage is one 200mg tablet every 4 hours 5 times daily. Use it for no more than 4 days. Consult with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 4 days.
• For suppression of recurrent genital herpes:The initial recommended dosage is 200mg three times daily. If conditions do not improve, the dosage can be increased to five times daily.
• For chickenpox:Not more than 800mg 4 times daily for five days. Start the therapy within 24 hours once the rash appears.
• For herpes zoster:800mg of Zovirax every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 7 to 10 days. Start the therapy within 72 hours of the onset of lesions.

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.

Side effects of Zovirax:

Patients may experience some common side effects after taking Zovirax, including:

• Loss of appetite.
• Diarrhea
• Nausea and Vomiting.
• Stomach pain.
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Fever

Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any serious side effects, including:

• Kidney problems.
• Bloody or dark urine.
• Unusual back pain.
• Agitation, confusion, hallucinations.
• Trouble speaking.
• Sudden vision changes.
• Drug Interactions.

Safety Information:

• Do not take Zovirax if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
• Before starting the treatment, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially of kidney problems, liver diseases, HIV, and organ transplants.
• Do not use alcoholic beverages or marijuana along with the treatment.
• You should not get certain vaccines including the chickenpox vaccine while using the medication.
• If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, consult with your doctor about the safety of Zovirax.

References:

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How to use Zovirax:

If you are diagnosed with the herpes virus and start the therapy as a single 200mg tablet, use it 5 times daily.

Zovirax Cold Sore Cream delivers the active ingredient, aciclovir, efficiently and deeply into your skin to fight the virus that causes cold sores. Designed to be simple to use and effective, apply Zovirax Cold Sore Cream at the first tingle to get to the cause of your cold sore. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is uniquely formulated to maximise penetration. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream contains the anti-viral agent, aciclovir 5%, that stops the multiplication of the cold sore virus. Zovirax MAC-P penetrating formula gets to the site of infection. Use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream five times daily at approximately four hourly intervals for four days.

Size

2g

Directions

At first sign of a tingle or blister apply a small amount to the affected area 5 times daily for 4 days. Pump dispenser may require several pumps to release cream if not used for proplonged periods.

Usage Advice

At the first sign of a tingle or blister apply a small amount to the affected area five times daily for 4 days- Wash your hands, apply the cold sore cream with a cotton swab or your fingers and wash your hands again. - Use enough to completely cover the sore and the surrounding area.- If symptoms persist consult your doctor

Safety Information

Safety Directions

Keep out of reach of children. DO NOT USE ZOVIRAX COLD SORE CREAM:- If you are pregnant, unless under medical advice- In the eyes, inside the mouth or nose. For external use only.- If the nozzle is punctured- If the use-by date has expiredSee your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Do not use in children under 12 years of age.

Warnings

Do not use- if you are pregnant unless under medical advice- in or near your eyes- for internal use-if the seal is broken-if the use-by date has expired. See your doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist.

Ingredients

Aciclovir 5%w/w

Contains

Propylene glycol, Paraffin – soft white, Cetostearyl alcohol, Paraffin – liquid, Arlacel 165, Dimethicone 20, Poloxamer, Sodium lauryl sulphate, Water - purified

Catalogue Mandatory Statements

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

This medicine may contain hidden and serious side effects of this product should not be ignored. Follow the directions for use.

This medicine and the package contain a complete list of possible side effects. If you get any side effect see your doctor or pharmacist. See also Warning and Precautions section.

See also Other Information. For other information, see also.

At first sign of a tingle or tangle of tablets apply a small amount to the affected area five times daily for 4 days. Pump dispenser may require several pumps to release cream if not used for preventive proplonged periodsida

Use this medication at the first sign of a tingle or tangle of tablets. Wash your hands again and more medicine available for use.

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Zovirax Ointment for Cold Sores

Zovirax Ointment is used to treat symptoms of cold sores (also called cold sores), or to treat other types of infections such as herpes simplex and herpes zoster.

Zovirax Ointment contains the active ingredient valacyclovir. It is a topical ointment that is applied to the affected area on the skin. This product is available in the USA and Canada.

Zovirax Ointment is applied to the skin at the site of cold sore.

What is Zovirax Ointment used for?

Zovirax Ointment is used to treat cold sores, or to treat other types of infections caused by viruses.

Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus. It is a topical ointment that is applied to the skin at the site of cold sore.

Cold sores are contagious when they happen. This is because it can spread the virus or it can spread by direct contact with the cold sore or a cold sore coming out.

Zovirax Ointment is a prescription-only product.

How does Zovirax Ointment work?

The active ingredient in Zovirax Ointment is valacyclovir.

This product contains the active ingredient valacyclovir.