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Acivir Cream

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Packaging:10.0 gm in 1 tube
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Composition:Acyclovir (5% w/w)
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Quick Facts

Chemical ClassNucleoside analog
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassDERMA

About Acivir Cream

Acivir Cream is an antiviral medicine which helps in treating skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus such as herpes labialis. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in skin cells and therefore helps in clearing the skin infection.Acivir Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel, to avoid spreading the infection.Some common side effects include burning, irritation, itching and redness of the skin, at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

How It Works

Acivir Cream is an antiviral medicine which helps in treating skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus such as herpes labialis. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in skin cells and therefore helps in clearing the skin infection.Acivir Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel, to avoid spreading the infection.Some common side effects include burning, irritation, itching and redness of the skin, at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

How to Use

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

What if you miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Acivir Cream, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Composition of Acivir Cream

Uses of Acivir Cream

Herpes labialis

Key Benefits of Acivir Cream

  • In Herpes labialis Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip. Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores. Acivir Cream can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores. Keep using this medicine as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side Effects of Acivir Cream

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Safety Advice for Acivir Cream

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Acivir Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast Feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acivir Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

No interaction found/established

Frequently Asked Questions

Acivir Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Acivir Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Before using Acivir Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Acivir Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.

Be careful not to get Acivir Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Acivir Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly, to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Acivir Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Acivir Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.

If you forget to use Acivir Cream, do not worry and continue using Acivir Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Acivir Cream is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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