What is acyclovir ointment used for?

What is acyclovir ointment used for?

Acyclovir ointment is used to treat first outbreaks of genital herpes (a herpes virus infection that causes sores to form around the genitals and rectum from time to time) and to treat certain types of sores caused by the herpes simplex virus in people with weak immune systems.

Can Acivir cream be used on vagina?

Aciclovir cream is not intended for use in your mouth or vagina, or near your eyes. This is because it may irritate these parts of your body.

How do I use acyclovir?

The tablets, capsules, and suspension are usually taken with or without food two to five times a day for 5 to 10 days, starting as soon as possible after your symptoms begin. When acyclovir is used to prevent outbreaks of genital herpes, it is usually taken two to five times a day for up to 12 months.

What is acyclovir brand name?

ZOVIRAX is the brand name for acyclovir, a synthetic nucleoside analogue active against herpes viruses.

What is acyclovir cream 5%?

Zovirax (acyclovir) Cream, 5% is a herpes simplex virus (HSV) nucleoside analogue DNA polymerase inhibitor used to treat recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.

Is acyclovir cream a steroid?

What is acyclovir and hydrocortisone topical? Acyclovir is an antiviral medicine. Hydrocortisone is a steroid. Acyclovir and hydrocortisone topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine that is used to treat cold sores in adults and children at least 6 years old.

What is Zovirax Ointment 5% used for?

This medication is used to treat “cold sores/fever blisters” (herpes labialis). It can speed up healing of the sores and decrease symptoms (such as tingling, pain, burning, itching). Acyclovir belongs to a class of medications known as antivirals. It works by stopping the growth of the virus.

Does Zovirax Cream Help shingles?

(More on this below.) And antiviral ointments like Zovirax will do nothing for the rash from shingles.

What kills a fungal infection?

Antifungal medications work to treat fungal infections. They can either kill fungi directly or prevent them from growing and thriving. Antifungal drugs are available as OTC treatments or prescription medications, and come in a variety of forms, including: creams or ointments.

Is acyclovir ointment over the counter?

In the United States, penciclovir (Denavir, Novartis) is the only FDA-approved topical treatment option. Topical acyclovir is also used, but is not FDA approved. Abreva (docosanol 10% cream, GlaxoSmithKline) is an over-the-counter (OTC) alternative to these agents.

What is acivir acyclovir 5% herpes treatment cream?

WHAT IS ACIVIR ACYCLOVIR 5% HERPES TREATMENT CREAM. Acivir Aciclovir 5% cream is used to treat localised infections by the herpes virus, commonly known as cold sores. Herpes simplex is also known as cold sore is a viral disease caused by the herpes simplex virus. Infections are categorized based on the part of the body infected.

How much Aciclovir is in an eye ointment?

Aciclovir is a synthetic acyclic purine nucleoside analogue. Its chemical name is 9- ( (2 hydroxyethoxy)methyl)guanine. It is a white crystalline powder. Each gram of Aciclovir Ophthalmic Ointment contains 30 mg of aciclovir in white soft paraffin base (aciclovir 3 per cent).

Can you use acyclovir cream on cold sores?

Acyclovir cream does not prevent the spread of herpes. Avoid close physical contact with others (such as kissing) during an outbreak until the cold sores have completely healed. Also, try not to touch the cold sore, and wash your hands if you do touch the cold sore.

How does acyclovir work as an antiviral medicine?

Acyclovir belongs to a class of medications known as antivirals. It works by stopping the growth of the virus. This medication does not cure herpes, and it does not prevent passing the infection to someone else. It does not prevent a future occurrence. Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist.

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