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Zovirax Cream is an antiviral cream used to treat cold sores. It contains acyclovir, a medicine used to treat herpes simplex virus infections of the lips and mouth. Zovirax Cream can be used to treat outbreaks of cold sores and outbreaks of genital herpes in men. It works by preventing the growth of the virus, making the infection less likely to spread. However, it's important to note that Zovirax Cream will not cure the infection. It will only help the virus to return and heal.
Zovirax Cream comes in a cream form that is applied to the affected area once or twice a day. The cream should be applied to the affected area five times a day and should not be left on the skin for longer than 24 hours.
The dosage of Zovirax Cream is based on the severity of the infection to which the individual is infected and the length of time they have been infected with the virus.
It is important to follow the instructions provided by your doctor and to be aware of any potential side effects. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. This medication is available in tablets of Zovirax Cream for adults and children over 12 years of age.
Zovirax Cream should not be used in children under 12 years old.If you are a child under 12 years old, be sure to follow the instructions provided by your doctor or pharmacist. This medication should not be used in children under 12 years old for any reason.
Do not use Zovirax Cream if you have ever had an allergic reaction to acyclovir or any of the ingredients in Zovirax Cream.
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.
Made in the UK from imported and local components
Active ingredient aciclovir 5% w/wiral suspension cold sore creamPropylene glycol, Poloxamer 407, Cetostearyl alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Sodium lauryl sulphate, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl alcohol, Undecyl Sulfate, Docusate sodium, Water - Preservative free
Poloxamer, 100 mg
NuMix Cold Sore CreamUse 1 g of Zovirax Cold Sore Cream five times daily for four days.
Wash and dry hands before and after useSTORAGE:Follow the directions for use.
Allow the Zovirax Cold Sore Cream to flow through the tube if it is intactDo not use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream if you have a known sensitivity to aciclovir or any any type of antiviral medication:- 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 your experience has shown any sign of an allergic reaction to aciclovir or any of the other ingredients of this product.- If the use-by date has expired.
Zovirax is an antiviral medicine for managing herpes simplex virus (HSV). The medication comes in the form of a cream that’s injected into the genital area. This antiviral cream helps prevent the virus from replicating and spreading. It’s available in two forms:
Acyclovir cream is applied directly to the skin, typically to the area of infection. It works by inhibiting the replication of the virus and helping to reduce the severity of symptoms. It is typically used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes in people who have not had a previous outbreak, and is also used to prevent recurrent outbreaks in people with weakened immunity.
Zovirax is effective in preventing recurrent outbreaks of genital herpes in people who have not had a previous outbreak. It’s also used to prevent herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections in people who have a weakened immune system and who have been diagnosed with HSV-1 or HSV-2.
Zovirax provides a treatment option for herpes simplex infections in people who have a weakened immune system and who are at increased risk of spreading the virus. This antiviral medication can help reduce the severity of outbreaks and reduce the risk of transmission to others, particularly those with weakened immunity.
Zovirax Cream is a cream for the treatment of cold sores. Zovirax Cream contains aciclovir 5% and is used to treat herpes simplex virus infections of the skin including the following infections: cold sores, herpes labialis, genital herpes, cold sores, genital herpes infections, and chickenpox.
Zovirax Cream contains Zovirax 5%, which belongs to a group of medicines called antivirals. It, also, is used to treat herpes simplex virus infections, including the following diseases: cold sores, herpes simplex, genital herpes, cold sores, genital herpes, and cold and flu cases.
Also used to treat herpes labialis:
As soon as as possible, Zovirax Cream, for example 1 gram, along with a glass of water, should be taken to treat a cold sore. If not, the sore area should be washed thoroughly and the sore treated as per the exception of the instruction of the doctor. The cream should be applied twice a day to the affected area twice daily.
Zovirax Cream (5%) is a daily daily antiviral medication. Zovirax Cream contains aciclovir 5%. It is also used to treat herpes labialis:
- Herpes labialis: this condition is very common and is usually caused by the herpes simplex virus. It usually occurs when the varicella-zoster virus, which causes cold sores, enters the body and causes a rash. Zovirax Cream treats the rash by keeping the virus in your skin protected from sunlight. This reduces the likelihood of the virus passing through your skin and causing labialis.
- Genital herpes: this condition is very common and is usually caused by the herpes simplex virus. It usually occurs when the herpes simplex virus is associated with the genital herpes outbreak. Zovirax Cream treats the outbreak by keeping the virus in your skin protected from sunlight. This reduces the likelihood of the virus passing through your skin and causing flu-like symptoms.
- Herpes genitalis: this condition is very common and is usually caused by the herpes simplex virus.
The cream should be applied once a day, preferably before meals to the affected area. Apply Zovirax Cream on the affected area twice daily, preferably in the morning and evening. Apply Zovirax Cream immediately after applying the cream. Do not cover the affected area with a skin rash unless it has already healed after the application of the cream.
The most common side effects of the cream are:
- Nausea: this side effect usually passes, but it does not usually last. If any of the following side effects occur, they are usually mild and go away after a few days:
- Asthma: Asthma (wheezing) is a very serious condition. The symptoms of it can be very bad. If you have any of the following symptoms, do not drive or operate heavy machinery until the symptoms have gone away, such as: cough, shortness of breath, wheezing or trouble breathing, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds, chest pain, fever, shortness of breath, coughing up vomit that looks like coffee grounds, wheezing or trouble breathing, you should contact your doctor immediately.
- Allergic reactions: these may happen to anyone who is allergic to aciclovir or valaciclovir and may include: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and throat. This can happen to anyone who is allergic to aciclovir or valaciclovir and may include: rash, itching, red or swollen skin, severe dizziness, nausea and vomiting, itching or hives on the skin, fever and skin rash.
- Skin blisters: this side effect is more likely when the cream is applied to the inside of the mouth or the inside of the eyes. If the cream is applied to the inside of the eyes, it can also be seen as a side effect. If the cream is applied to the inside of the skin, it may also be a side effect.
Details
Zovirax Cold Sore Treatment Cream comes in a 2g tube and is formulated to provide relief from the symptoms of cold sores. Haleon, Building 5, First Floor the Heights Weybridge Surrey KT13 0NY
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Ingredients
Ingredients: Dimeticone, Propylene Glycol, Poloxamer 407, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Sodium Laurilsulfate, White Soft Paraffin, Liquid Paraffin, Arlacel 165 (Glycol Monostearate, Macrogol Stearate 100), Purified Water, Contains 5% w/w Aciclovir
Directions
Directions for use: Directions for use: Apply the cream liberally to completely cover the whole of the affected area. Apply to the affected area five times a day at approximately 4 hourly intervals for four days. If your cold sore has not healed after this time, you can use the cream for up to 10 days in total. See enclosed leaflet for further details. Store below 25°C. Do not refrigerate. Storage recommendation: Store below 25°C. Ambient
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Zovirax is an antiviral medication used to treat viral infections. It is used to treat infections caused by a viral infection such as herpes simplex, herpes zoster, or genital herpes. It belongs to a class of drugs known asacements.
Zovirax works by inhibiting the virus DNA polymerase, which converts and stops the virus from growing and reproducing. It is effective in treating viral infections such as herpes zoster and genital herpes. This medication will growth in your body and decrease the symptoms of infection. Zovirax works only with your body. It does not protect you or your partner from getting or keeping an infection. It is not an vaccine oranal against viral infections.
Zovirax should be stored at room temperature between 15°C to 30°C. Keep it out of Reach of Air.
Zovirax is typically taken orally in the form of a pill. The dosage and duration of treatment for this medication will depend on the type and severity of the viral infection. It is important to follow your doctor’s instructions and not to exceed the prescribed dosage or duration of treatment. Always consult your doctor before taking this medication.