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Drug Uses
Acyclovir is used to treat herpes infections of the skin,
lip, and genitals; herpes zoster (shingles); and chickenpox.
It does not cure herpes infections but decreases pain and
itching and promotes healing. Topical Acyclovir does not prevent
the recurrence of sores but may decrease pain and itching
if applied when the earliest symptoms first appear. Oral Acyclovir
decreases the frequency and severity of recurrent sores, but
it is used only by people with severe herpes infections because
of possible adverse effects. This medication is sometimes
prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for
more information.
Treatment with Acyclovir topical should
be started as soon as possible after the first appearance
of symptoms (e.g. tingling, burning, blisters). Wash your
hands before and after applying Acyclovir topical. Wear a
glove or a finger cot or use an applicator (e.g. cotton swab)
when applying Acyclovir topical to avoid spreading the virus
to other body parts and to other people. Apply enough ointment
to cover the lesion(s) completely. A one-half inch ribbon
of ointment should cover approximately 4 square inches of
surface area. Avoid getting this medication in the eyes. Acyclovir
topical is usually applied every 3 hours, six times a day
for seven days. Follow your doctor's instructions. Use Acyclovir
topical for the full amount of time prescribed, even if you
begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before
the infection is completely treated. Lesions caused by herpes
viruses should be kept as clean and dry as possible. Wearing
loose clothing may help to prevent irritation of the lesions.
Before using Acyclovir topical, tell your
doctor if you have any other medical conditions or if you
use any other medications. Acyclovir topical is in the FDA
pregnancy category C, which means that it is not known whether
it will harm an unborn baby. Do not use Acyclovir topical
without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether Acyclovir topical passes into breast
milk. Do not use Acyclovir topical without first talking to
your doctor if you are breast feeding a baby.
Apply it as soon as you remember and apply
further doses at your regular interval (e.g., every 3 hours)
until you go to bed. However, if it is almost time for the
next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular
dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for
a missed one.
No serious side effects are expected during
treatment with Acyclovir topical. If you suspect an allergic
reaction (difficulty breathing; rash; hives; itching; swelling
of your lips, tongue, or face) seek emergency medical attention.
Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur.
Continue to use Acyclovir topical and talk to your doctor
if you experience itching, stinging, burning, or a rash. These
side effects should resolve quickly. Side effects other than
those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about
any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Store below 25oC. Do not refrigerate.
An overdose of this medication is not likely
to occur. If you suspect an overdose or ingestion of Acyclovir
topical, call an emergency room or poison control left for
advice.
Acyclovir Cream is contra-indicated in
patients known to be hypersensitive to acyclovir or propylene
glycol. Acyclovir is most effective if it is started within
48 hours of when the rash first appears. Follow the directions
for using Acyclovir provided by your doctor.
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