INDICATIONS
Zovirax can be used for treating chickenpox (varicella) or shingles (herpes zoster) and treating or suppressing genital herpes infections. Zovirax is surely an antiviral. It works by stopping viral replication. However, Zovirax does not take away the virus, is just not a cure, and doesn't prevent transmission to others.
INSTRUCTIONS
Use Zovirax as directed from your doctor!
Ask your doctor any questions you may have about how to work with Zovirax.
STORAGE
Store Zovirax at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store inside the bathroom. Keep Zovirax from the reach of kids and away from pets.
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Active Ingredient: Acyclovir
All medicines could potentially cause unwanted effects, but a majority of people have no, or minor, side effects.
Check with your physician if all of these most frequent side effects persist or become bothersome:
Diarrhea; general body discomfort; headache; nausea/vomiting.
Seek medical help straight away if some of these severe side effects occur:
Severe allergy symptoms (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); aggressive behavior; blood within the urine; confusion; decreased consciousness; decreased urination; hallucinations; lower back pain; mental or mood changes; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; unusual bruising or bleeding.
This is not a complete listing of all side effects that will occur. If you've got questions on negative effects, contact your health care provider.
Contact a medical expert or physician right away if some of these sign up for you.
Some medical ailments may communicate with Zovirax. Tell your medical professional or pharmacist for those who have any health concerns, particularly when any in the following affect you:
Some medicines may interact with Zovirax. Tell your doctor if you might be taking every other medicines, especially any in the following:
This will not be a complete set of all interactions that could occur. Ask your medical provider if Zovirax may communicate with other medicines that you just take. Check with your medical provider before you start, stop, or affect the dose associated with a medicine.
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