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 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
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Propylene glycol, Paraffin – soft white, Cetostearyl alcohol, Paraffin – liquid, Arlacel 165, Dimethicone 20, Poloxamer, Sodium lauryl sulphate, Water - purified
INGREDIENTS:Aciclovir 5%w/w
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.
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.
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Qiao Ming ShengPeter Aiken, "Zovirax Cold Sore Cream: Uses, Dosage, and Overdosage - A Systematic Search of articles on 'Cold Sore Cream' Marketing", American journal of pharmaceutical sciences, December 2015.
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is safe to use if used properly and under medical advice. It can be purchased from local pharmacies or online. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Can Zovirax Cold Sore Cream cause skin irritation?No, Zovirax Cold Sore Cream has not been shown to cause skin irritation. However, it can be helpful if used with a mild, moderate or severe anaerobic infection.
Can Zovirax Cold Sore Cream cause dizziness?Yes, Zovirax Cold Sore Cream can cause dizziness in some people. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how you will feel or if you feel lightheaded. If dizziness is severe, contact a doctor or visit a hospital immediately. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how you will feel or feel or how you will feel.
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Zovirax Cold Sore Creamcontains the active ingredient, aciclovir. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is uniquely suited to cold sores, outbreaks of herpes simplex virus (HSV), and varicella-zoster virus (VZV, VZV-specific).
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is a topical cream which works by inhibiting the growth of viruses. This action is due to the fact that aciclovir which is the active ingredient in Zovirax Cold Sore Cream stops the multiplication of viruses. It is important to apply Zovirax Cold Sore Cream to the affected area as this stops the virus from multiplying.
The active ingredient in Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is aciclovir. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is supplied in a specially formulated form, containing the substance aciclovir, that is to say, without the help of a pharmacist or other source.
The following information is for reference purposes:
Active ingredient:Aciclovir 5% w/w
Size:500g
Warnings:Do not use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream if you are allergic to aciclovir, valaciclovir, propylene glycol or any of the ingredients
Ingredients:Active ingredient: Aciclovir 5% w/w
Contains:
Directions:Apply Zovirax Cold Sore Cream to the affected area as directed by a doctor. You should wash your hands before and after applying Zovirax Cold Sore Cream.
If you are unsure whether you should use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream, please tell your doctor. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream can be used on cold sores caused by herpes simplex, chickenpox, shingles, or genital herpes.
If your hands seem warm or dry after applying Zovirax Cold Sore Cream, apply a thin layer of cream to the affected area and wash your hands.
Caution:Do not use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream if you are allergic to aciclovir, valaciclovir, propylene glycol or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet. Other ingredients which may cause allergic reactions include lactose.
ReferencesRead this Patient Information before you start using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream and each time you get a refill. It will help you understand how it works and how to use it. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
This leaflet provides important information about using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream:
If you are using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream, make sure that your doctor knows:
• Your age
• Any questions you may have about using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream, including if your age is important to you
References/CautionsThis leaflet contains important information about using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream:
Read this Patient Information before you start using Zovirax Cold Sore Cream, and each time you use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream.
The price of Zovirax Cream is lower than that of other creams and gels available in the market today. In the past, Zovirax Cream was sold at about $30 a tube, but this price has increased to $70 for a 2g tube. You can buy Zovirax Cream at a discount of $0.50 per tube. If you have a prescription for Zovirax Cream, you can save even more money by purchasing Zovirax Cream at a pharmacy. Zovirax Cream works by stopping the growth of the virus that causes herpes labialis. The virus is highly contagious and cannot grow outside of your body. In the future, you can purchase Zovirax Cream online without a prescription. Zovirax Cream is available in the following strengths, and they are all designed for easy application: Zovirax Cream 5gm 2g Tube 10g Cream 2g Tube 1.2g Zovirax Cream 5gm 5gm 2g Zovirax Cream 5gm 2g. A tube of Zovirax Cream will only work for you if you are sexually aroused. If you have a hard time getting aroused, the cream works for half an hour and can start working in about 20 minutes. Zovirax Cream is available at a retail price of $30. This price reflects the average retail price for Zovirax Cream at Winn-Dixie, Winn-Cola and CVS stores. Walmart Pharmacy is not licensed to sell Zovirax Cream and should not be used for the treatment of herpes labialis. The price for Zovirax Cream is lower than the prices available in the market today.
The cost of Zovirax Cream is also lower than other creams and gels available in the market today. Zovirax Cream is priced at about $70. At Winn-Dixie, Winn-Cola and CVS stores, the price of Zovirax Cream is around $30. You can buy Zovirax Cream without prescription at a discount of $0.50 per tube. Zovirax Cream is available in the following strengths, and they are all designed for easy application: Zovirax Cream 5gm 2g Tube 10g Cream 2g Zovirax Cream 5gm 2g Zovirax Cream 5gm 2g Zovirax Cream 5gm 2g. This price reflects the average retail price of Zovirax Cream at Winn-Dixie, Winn-Cola and CVS stores.