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Zovirax
Active Ingredients: Acyclovir
Representative Names: Zovirax
Note: The below information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of zovirax is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before you buy zovirax online.
What is Zovirax?
ACYCLOVIR (Zovirax®) treats certain types of viral infections, specifically herpes infections. Acyclovir will not cure herpes infections; it will help the sores heal faster and help to relieve the pain or discomfort. Sometimes acyclovir is given to help prevent the infection from coming back. Acyclovir also treats shingles and chickenpox infections. Generic acyclovir tablets and capsules are available.
How does Zovirax cream work?
Zovirax is selectively absorbed into cells infected with Herpes Simplex Virus. Within the cell Herpes Simplex Virus coded enzymes convert Zovirax into its active form. This active form of the drug inhibits the growth and replication of Herpes Simplex Virus by interfering with viral DNA replication.
What should i check before taking Zovirax?
Your health care professional needs to know if you have any of these conditions:
- dehydration
- neurological disease
- kidney disease
- seizures (convulsions)
- an unusual or allergic reaction to acyclovir, ganciclovir, valacyclovir, valganciclovir, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I take this medicine?
Therapy with Zovirax should be instituted as early as possible following the initial onset of signs and symptoms of infection. Infection most commonly manifests itself as a cold sore, or as clusters of blisters, bumps and rashes in the genital area. Symptoms of infection include tingling, itching, burning or redness of the skin at the infection site. Symptoms oftentimes begin before any cold sores or genital blisters, bumps and rashes are noted.
- Apply a small amount directly to the infected area 5 times per day.
- Massage it into the skin very gently.
- It is best to wear a latex glove when applying Zovirax to the infected area. Herpes Simplex Virus can adhere to your finger during the application process and be inoculated to other body sites or to other persons.
- After removing the glove it still is necessary to wash your hands immediately after contact with the infected area.
- Use the Zovirax until the infection is completed crusted or shows clear-cut signs of healing.
- Do not use Zovirax for the eyes.
- Do not apply continuously to try to prevent infection from reoccurring.
If I am taking Zovirax, can i still spread Herpes to others?
YES, no drug has been proven to prevent the spread of herpes infection to other people. You or your partner should always use condoms and avoid sexual contact during an outbreak.
What side effects may I notice from taking Zovirax?
The side effects you may notice from Zovirax depend upon the dose you are taking and the infection being treated; not all side effects occur in every patient.
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
Confusion or hallucinations (i.e., seeing things that are not there), increased thirst, redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth, reduced amount of urine passed, seizures, skin rash or hives, stomach pain, tremor, unusual weakness or tiredness.
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
Diarrhea, dizziness, headache, increased sensitivity to the sun, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting.
What drug(s) may interact with acyclovir?
Fosphenytoin, Phenytoin, Probenecid and Zidovudine, AZT.
On the questionaire needed to buy Zovirax, Inform of about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also inform if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What should I watch for while taking acyclovir?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve after 1 week.
Make sure to drink plenty of water or fluids while taking Zovirax to help prevent side effects.
Even though you are taking Zovirax, you can still pass herpes or chickenpox to another person.
Zovirax works best when taken very early in the course of an infection. Begin treatment at the first signs of infection (such as tingling, itching, or pain in the affected area).
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease. Taking Zovirax will not stop your sexual partner from getting the infection. Do not have sex if you have an active herpes infection; you can use a condom during sex, but this is not foolproof.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.
Store at room temperature between 15° and 25°C (59° and 77°F). Protect from light and moisture. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
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