Acyclovir (Zovirax) is an antiviral medication that stops a protein (an enzyme called DNA polymerase) in the herpes simplex virus (HSV) and varicella-zoster
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Acyclovir is FDA-approved to treat genital herpes and HSV encephalitis
5% mucoadhesive buccal tablet
Studies have shown that they can make cold sores go
The topical efficacies of foscarnet and acyclovir incorporated into a polyoxypropylene-polyoxyethylene polymer were evaluated and compared to that of 5% acyclovir
Dosing and administration
Commonly prescribed medicines used for genital herpes include: Acyclovir (Zovirax) Famciclovir
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Composition
Acyclovir was developed for the treatment and prevention of different types of herpes virus
Zovirax Cream may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide
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What is Zovirax Cream? Zovirax Cream is a prescription medicine used to treat cold sores (herpes labialis) that are recurring in adults and children 12 years of age and older, and who have normal immune systems
This product is available in the following dosage forms: Ointment; Cream; Before Using
In addition to being an effective treatment for oral herpes, Zovirax can also be used to treat outbreaks and rashes caused by the virus that causes chickenpox and shingles
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Acyclovir is an antiviral drug
Ointments are generally more stickier and greasier because of the greater amount of oil used