How it works
It works by killing or stopping the growth of viruses that cause cold sores or genital herpes.
Generics
Acyclovir
used for
Viral Infection
Indication
It is used to treat cold sores and genital infections caused by the Herpes simplex virus.
Side Effects
Anaphylaxis, fever, headache, pain, peripheral edema; Diarrhea, elevated liver function tests, gastrointestinal distress, nausea , Hypotension, disseminated intravascular coagulation, hemolysis, leukopenia, lymphadenopathy , Myalgia , Agitation, coma, confusion, delerium, dizziness, hallucinations, obtundation, psychosis, seizures, somnolence (these symptoms may be marked, particularly in older adults , alopecia, erythema multiforme, pruritis, rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, urticaria.
Dosage
Herpes simplex infections of the skin : Adults & Children : Apply five times daily at four hourly intervals for 5 days. Continue for further 5 days if healing not complete. Genital herpes : Adults & Children : Apply five times daily at four hourly intervals for 5 days.
Storage yes or /no
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
Precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using acyclovir if You have a condition where your immune system works less well and your body is less able to fight infections (e.g. if you have HIV or AIDS or if you have had a bone marrow transplant).