Product Description
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is a topical antiviral medication that is used to treat cold sores (also known as fever blisters or herpes labialis). It contains the active ingredient aciclovir, which works by stopping the herpes simplex virus from multiplying. Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is available over-the-counter in most countries.
Specifications
- Each 2g tube of Zovirax Cold Sore Cream contains 500mg of aciclovir.
- Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is a white, opaque cream.
- Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is available in a 2g tube.
Usage
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream should be applied to the affected area of the lip or face five times a day at four-hourly intervals for five days. The cream should be applied as soon as you feel the tingling or burning sensation that often precedes a cold sore.
Contraindications
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is not recommended for use in people who are allergic to aciclovir or any of the other ingredients in the cream.
Indications
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is indicated for the treatment of cold sores (recurrent herpes labialis) in adults and children.
Warnings
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream should not be used in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If the cream gets into these areas, rinse it off immediately with water.
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream can cause side effects, such as a burning or stinging sensation at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and go away on their own.
Restrictions
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream should not be used by pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream should not be used by people with severe kidney or liver problems.
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