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Generic name: ZoviraxProduct name: Zovirax Aciclovir (5%) Topical solution for treating cold sore, genital herpes, and shingles, a virus that causes cold sores, herpes, and genital herpes outbreaks. Acyclovir is an antiviral medication used for the treatment of cold sores, genital herpes, and shingles. It works by stopping the growth and spread of the cold sore virus, which helps to reduce the pain and the discomfort caused by these conditions. Zovirax Aciclovir helps relieve symptoms of cold sores, herpes outbreaks, and shingles. It is not known if Zovirax Aciclovir is safe and effective in preventing or treating cold sores, genital herpes, and shingles.
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Healthylife Brand Name: ZoviraxHealthylife® ACIClovir (5%) Topical solution for treating cold sore, genital herpes, and shingles, a virus that causes cold sores, herpes, and genital herpes outbreaks. A virus that causes cold sores, herpes, and genital herpes outbreaks. Healthylife® ACIClovir helps relieve symptoms of cold sores, herpes outbreaks, and shingles. Healthylife® ACIClovir works by stopping the growth and spread of the virus that causes cold sores, genital herpes, and shingles. Healthylife® ACIClovir helps relieve symptoms of cold sores, genital herpes, and shingles. Zovirax Aciclovir prevents or reduces the severity of cold sores, genital herpes, and shingles symptoms.
If you havesix or more recurrent outbreaksof genital herpesa yearor if yoursymptoms are very severeand causing youdistress, you can take aciclovir every day on a long-term basis. This issuppressive treatmentand it aims to stop outbreaks happening at all.
How often do I take suppressive treatment? You take one aciclovir 400mg tablet twice a day.
Thetreatment is continued for six to 12 months. Then you have a break from medication to re-assess recurrence frequency. Suppressive treatment may be restarted if you have further severe outbreaks. Suppressive treatment can reduce the risk of passing HSV on to your partner but it cannot prevent it altogether and so you should always wear a female or male condom during any sexual activity. If you are experiencing recurrent outbreaks of genital herpes you should also consider being tested for HIV as it may be a sign of a weakened immune system due to HIV.Caution: It’s important to maintain adequate hydration while taking either of the treatments for genital herpes.
MedicationThere are two strengths of aciclovir 400mg tablets: the oral formulation and the topical formulation. You take one 400mg tablet twice a day when needed orally once daily.
Take no more than once per day. You should not take this medicine more often than once a day. You should not exceed the stated daily use dosage. This includes takingaciclovir as prescribed and regularly stopping use. This medication is not indicated for repeat outbreaks of genital herpes. If you stop using aciclovir or you have outbreaks of genital herpes, regularlyacheellect outbreaks (including repeat genital herpes outbreaks) combined with dosing adjustments should be ruled out before and after treatment stopping, you should consult a doctor sooner, or more frequently, if you have outbreaks of genital herpes usually, genital swelling or tenderness, or any other reasons why you may have outbreaks of genital herpes.Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to have pregnancy
You shoulddo not take aciclovir if you are taking any other medicines, including anyprescription oremergingmedication.
This medication requires specific permission and understanding from your doctor or therapist, or you may use it only for the purpose of treatment during which you are pregnant or planning to have pregnancy. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, you should contact your doctor immediately.
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InformationInformation provided to you when you have an outbreak of genital herpes is a combination of medical and possibly psychological factors. It is therefore important that you use preventive strategies when taking aciclovir for your herpes outbreak. It is therefore important that you use specific measures to keep your healthcare provider informed of your outbreak and for which you are paying copays or escalate the cost of specific services.
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If you havesix or more recurrent outbreaksof genital herpesa yearor if yoursymptoms are very severeand causing youdistress, you can take aciclovir every day on a long-term basis. This issuppressive treatmentand it aims to stop outbreaks happening at all.
How often do I take suppressive treatment? You take one aciclovir 400mg tablet twice a day.
Thetreatment is continued for six to 12 months. Then you have a break from medication to re-assess recurrence frequency. Suppressive treatment may be restarted if you have further severe outbreaks. Suppressive treatment can reduce the risk of passing HSV on to your partner but it cannot prevent it altogether and so you should always wear a female or male condom during any sexual activity. If you are experiencing recurrent outbreaks of genital herpes you should also consider being tested for HIV as it may be a sign of a weakened immune system due to HIV.Caution: It’s important to maintain adequate hydration while taking either of the treatments for genital herpes.
If you experience any of the following symptoms such as difficulty breathing, chest pain, nausea and vomiting, you should contact your doctor:pain in the testicles,pain in the mouth, and nausea and vomiting
If you get a swollen itchy body called pustules or blisters may appear two to four months after taking aciclovir. It’s important to pain it out and to maintain adequate hydration. If you notice that your pain is complete and you can start to feel better just watch as the itchy body begins to Department of Clinical Infectious Diseases, Albert Einstein Medical Centre, New York, NY 10017, United States, and United Kingdom, and you can start to receive medical treatment for pustules and blisters.
Side effects:Common side effects of aciclovir include nausea, vomiting, fatty deposits, headache, diarrhea, and stomach pain. If these effects persist or worsen, you should contact your doctor for advice. However, not everyone gets these side effects. If you do experience side effects or have any concerns about them, please consult your doctor.
If you are experiencing suppressive treatment side effects, you should seek medical help immediately. This is because you can manage outbreaks at home by avoiding aciclovir every six to 12 months and also by stayingAT home and getting up at night to urinate more often while taking suppressive treatment. Taking aciclovir can also lead to an increase in viral infections such as the common cold, flu, and common cold outbreaks.
Add tonea on sleepYou take one 400mg tablet twice a day.
Treatment is continued for six to 12 monthsThen you have a break from treatment for six to 12 months. If you recur regularly, you have a break from treatment for six to 12 months. Then you have a break from treatment for six months. If you continue to recur, you’ll reassess treatment frequency as recurrence frequency increases. If you experience any of the following symptoms such as difficulty breathing, pain in the testicles, pain in the testicles, nausea and vomiting, contact your doctor.
These are not all the side effects of aciclovir. For a full list of side effects, please refer to the patient information leaflet provided with your medication.
If you have any questions about suppressive treatment, contact your doctor. You can also send an e-mail to:[email protected]
What is suppressive treatment?
Suppressive treatment is a short-term treatment option for outbreaks of genital herpes that have not responded to the previous treatment. This is because it is not taken daily and you can reduce your hydration by taking a condom during sexual activity. However, suppressive treatment doesn’t address yoursix or more recurrences of genital herpes a yearor yourdistress symptoms.
Suppressive treatment can reduce the risk of passing HSV on to your partner but it cannot prevent it altogether. You’ll need to maintain adequate hydration during suppressive treatment to prevent passing it.
If you havesix or more recurrent outbreaksof genital herpesa yearor if yoursymptoms are very severeand causing youdistress, you can take aciclovir every day on a long-term basis. This issuppressive treatmentand it aims to stop outbreaks happening at all.
How often do I take suppressive treatment? You take one aciclovir 400mg tablet twice a day.
Thetreatment is continued for six to 12 months. Then you have a break from medication to re-assess recurrence frequency. Suppressive treatment may be restarted if you have further severe outbreaks. Suppressive treatment can reduce the risk of passing HSV on to your partner but it cannot prevent it altogether and so you should always wear a female or male condom during any sexual activity. If you are experiencing recurrent outbreaks of genital herpes you should also consider being tested for HIV as it may be a sign of a weakened immune system due to HIV.Caution: It’s important to maintain adequate hydration while taking either of the treatments for genital herpes.
View/Verywelldoctor —You can now take aciclovir 400mg tablet twice a day as a single daily tablet.
Zovirax, also known by its generic name aciclovir, is a prescription medication used to treat herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections. It is available in both oral and topical forms and can be prescribed and purchased over the counter (OTC).
When a doctor prescribes Zovirax for the treatment of HSV infections, it is crucial to be aware of potential side effects and to monitor your health while using Zovirax as part of your treatment plan. While Zovirax is an effective treatment for HSV infections, it may not be suitable for everyone. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before starting Zovirax to ensure it is suitable for your specific situation and to discuss any potential interactions with other medications you may be taking.
Zovirax is a prescription medication used to treat HSV infections, such as genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles. It belongs to a class of drugs called antivirals and works by stopping the growth of the virus.
Zovirax belongs to a class of drugs called acyclovirones. Zovirax is an antiviral medication that works by inhibiting the replication of the herpes viruses.
When you take Zovirax, it causes a decrease in the amount of viral DNA in your cells. This means that you will experience the symptoms of HSV infection when you are exposed to the virus.
In addition to this, Zovirax also inhibits the growth of herpes viruses, such as the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
Zovirax is also effective in treating cold sores. This is when a person who has cold sores has an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
If you are taking Zovirax for the treatment of HSV infections, it is important to follow the dosage instructions and complete the full course of treatment as directed.
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