zovirax cream [2gm]

Highlights

• It is an antiviral medication that helps to reduce the pain and severity of herpes lesions or sores.

Directions For Use

• Use this medication at the first sign of infection (such as tingling, burning, redness). 
• Wash your hands with soap and water before and after applying this medication.
• Clean and dry the affected areas before applying the medication.
• Apply to the affected area and rub in gently usually 5 times a day (every 3 to 4 hours) for 4 days for cold sores or as directed by your doctor. Apply enough cream to cover all affected areas (red/tingling/burning areas, sores).
• Apply to skin only.

Warnings

• Do not apply this medication in the eyes or nose, inside the mouth, or inside the vagina. If you do get medication in those areas flush with plenty of water.
• Acyclovir may pass into breast milk in small amounts.However the drug is unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Avoid breastfeeding if you have herpes sores on or near your breast.

Precautions

• Before using acyclovir tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or to valacyclovir or if you have any other allergies.
• This product may contain inactive ingredients which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history.