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What is Zovirax used for?
Zovirax is a prescription cream medication that is effective in the initial phases of genital herpes and in the treatment of mouth ulcers and lip blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus.
How does Zovirax work?
ZOVIRAX CREAM is selectively absorbed into cells infected with Herpes Simplex Virus. Within the cell Herpes Simplex Virus coded enzymes convert ZOVIRAX CREAM into its active form. This active form of the drug inhibits the growth and replication of Herpes Simplex Virus by interfering with viral DNA replication.
ZOVIRAX CREAM is preferentially taken up and converted into its active form only by Herpes Simplex Virus infected cells. Thus, ZOVIRAX CREAM is much less toxic for normal uninfected cells.
Are there any contraindications to taking Zovirax?
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding this medication is best reserved for only the most severe outbreaks. Be sure to let us know in your medical history/personal profile consult of this fact so we can appropriately advise you about the use of ZOVIRAX CREAM.
Are there any side effects?
- Recurrent or long-term swelling or pain at application site.
- Recurrent or long-term itching at application site.
- Recurrent or long-term redness at application site.
If any of the above problems occur stop the ZOVIRAX CREAM.
How should I use Zovirax?
Therapy with ZOVIRAX CREAM should be instituted as early as possible following the initial onset of signs and symptoms of infection. Infection most commonly manifests itself as a cold sore, or as clusters of blisters, bumps and rashes in the genital area. Symptoms of infection include tingling, itching, burning or redness of the skin at the infection site. Symptoms oftentimes begin before any cold sores or genital blisters, bumps and rashes are noted.
- Apply a small amount directly to the infected area 5 times per day.
- Massage it into the skin very gently.
- It is best to wear a latex glove when applying ZOVIRAX CREAM to the infected area. Herpes Simplex Virus can adhere to your finger during the application process and be inoculated to other body sites or to other persons. We will supply a free box of latex gloves with each order of ZOVIRAX CREAM.
- After removing the glove it still is necessary to wash your hands immediately after contact with the infected area.
- Use the ZOVIRAX CREAM until the infection is completed crusted or shows clear-cut signs of healing.
- Do not use ZOVIRAX CREAM for the eyes.
- Do not apply continuously to try to prevent infection from reoccurring.
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