Zovirax Cream 10g Indications

Zovirax Cream 10g is primarily indicated in conditions like Cytomegalovirus infection prophylaxis, Encephalitis, Herpes simplex, Herpes simplex (in immunocompromised patients), Herpes simplex infection of mucous membrane, Herpes simplex infection prophylaxis, Herpes simplex keratitis, Prophylaxis of herpes simplex, Severe initial genital herpes, Simplex encephalitis, Treatment of herpes simplex, Varicella and herpes zoster, Varicella zoster infections, Varicella-zoster, Varicella-zoster (chickenpox-shingles), Viral conjunctivitis, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Herpes simplex (prevention of recurrence), Prevention of recurrence of herpes simplex, Treatment of herpes simplex (immunocompromised patients).

Contraindication

Zovirax Cream 10g is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.

Side Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Zovirax Cream 10g, which give rise to further complications include Rises in blood urea and creatinine, Encephalopathy, Seizures, Acute renal failure, Renal tubular obstruction. Zovirax Cream 10g produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Coma. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Zovirax Cream 10g therapy. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Zovirax Cream 10g are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Anorexia, Severe local inflammatory reactions, Tremors, Abdominal pain, Skin rashes, Confusion, Erythema, Lethargy, Itching, Hallucination, Malaise, Elevation of liver enzymes, Contact dermatitis, Agitation, Stinging on application, Crystalluria, Transient burning, Reaction at injection site, Confusion, Skin rashes.

Warnings

This medication should be used with caution during pregnancy and lactation. Topical preparation (e.g cream) is not recommended for application to mucous membranes, particular care should be taken to avoid accidental introduction into the eyes.

WARNINGS

Warnings for Children <12 Years:Local anaesthetic prop lotion should be used with caution in children and adolescents. Severe systemic absorption can be responsible for the adverse effects produced by Zovirax Cream 10g. Topical application is not recommended for application to mucous membranes, particular care should be taken to avoid accidental introduction into the eyes.

What is the use of Zovirax Cream 10g? Zovirax Cream 10g is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

Warnings for Women:aneous syphilis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Ehrlichiosis, Malaria, Malarone, Preterm birth, Zovirax Cream 10g can be harmful to the newborn. Topical preparation (e.g cream) is not recommended for application to mucous membranes, particular care to avoid accidental introduction into the eyes.

What is the use of Zovirax Cream 10g for chickenpox? Zovirax Cream 10g is not recommended for use in pregnant women or in patients with a known pregnancy problem. Chickenpox is a viral infection which causes loose, blistered, infected, sores on the skin. Zovirax Cream 10g is not recommended for use in children and adolescents due to potential for adverse effects.

Use :

Can I use Zovirax Cream 10g in the first trimester of pregnancy? Zovirax Cream 10g is not recommended for use in pregnancy. It may be helpful to consult with your doctor before using Zovirax Cream 10g. Your doctor will discuss the benefits and risks of using Zovirax Cream 10g. The recommended dose is one cream 5g three times a day for seven days which should be given as a single daily dose.

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

Active ingredient aciclovir 200mg

How to use:

Do not use:- if you are pregnant unless under medical advice- if the use-by date has expired. Do not use- if the nozzle is punctured- if the use-by date has expired.Always read the label and use only as directed

Apply Zovirax Cold Sore Cream regularly in a few minutes to erupted and painful lesions. Use it consistently at the first sign or rash will disappear. It is important to continue using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream for the recommended use. Do not use for more than four days at a time unless a doctor has told you to. Use the treatment continuously to prevent future problems. Stop using if you develop a painful,ittonffect.

Use in children 6 years and over

Safety Information:

Active ingredient:Aciclovir 5% w/w

Before using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition such as herpes simplex virus or chickenpox. These conditions may cause side effects and should not be ignored. If any symptoms appear, stop using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream and seek medical attention immediately. The safety of using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is not established, but it has been shown to be effective in treating cold sores and suppressing the virus that causes cold sores.

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:

*0.5mgSupplier: GlaxoSmithKlinePharmM

This medication is available in the market in the following forms:

• Tablets: 50mg, 100mg, 200mg. Immediate release tablets: 30 tablets. Immediate releaseihara formula: 1%
• Wix Formula: 5mg, 15mg. WS Formula: Purified water.

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

Read the AppleKat safety information before use If you are pregnant unless under medical advice, consult your doctor. Do not use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream:- if you are from a mainland area- if you are from the United Kingdom- if you are from the Republic of Ireland- if you are from the Isle of Man- if you are from the Scottish Highlands- if you are from the Dorset Adriatic intake

Active Ingredients

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

use duration wash out

WASH-SAFETY DIRECTIONS:

Do not useZovirax Cold Sore CreamIf you are from a mainland area- if you are from the Scottish Highlands- if you are from the Dorset AdriaticWarnings+ AppleKat should only be used once per day.