INDICATIONS
Zovirax can be used for treating chickenpox (varicella) or shingles (herpes zoster) and treating or suppressing genital herpes infections. Zovirax can be an antiviral. It works by stopping viral replication. However, Zovirax won't eliminate the virus, is not a cure, and won't prevent transmission to others.
INSTRUCTIONS
Use Zovirax as directed by your doctor!
Ask your doctor questions you could have regarding how to work with Zovirax.
STORAGE
Store Zovirax at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store far from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store inside the bathroom. Keep Zovirax from the reach of children and from pets.
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Active Ingredient: Acyclovir
All medicines could potentially cause unwanted effects, however, many individuals have no, or minor, side effects.
Check with your doctor if some of these most popular unwanted effects persist or become bothersome:
Diarrhea; general body discomfort; headache; nausea/vomiting.
Seek medical attention immediately if all of these severe unwanted side effects occur:
Severe hypersensitive reactions (rash; hives; itching; breathlessness; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); aggressive behavior; blood inside the urine; confusion; decreased consciousness; decreased urination; hallucinations; back pain; mental or mood changes; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; unusual bruising or bleeding.
This just isn't a complete list of all negative effects that could occur. If you've questions about unwanted side effects, contact your medical provider.
Contact a medical expert or doctor right away if any of these connect with you.
Some health concerns may connect to Zovirax. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, in particular when any from the following connect with you:
Some medicines may communicate with Zovirax. Tell your health care provider if you happen to be taking every other medicines, especially any in the following:
This might not be a total set of all interactions that will occur. Ask your health care provider if Zovirax may talk with other medicines that you simply take. Check with your medical provider prior to starting, stop, or alter the dose of the medicine.
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