ACICLOVIR TEVA BOARD 5%

Generic drug of Zovirax
Therapeutic class: Dermatology
active ingredients: Aciclovir
laboratory: Teva Sante

Indication

Treatment of localized cold sores (also called "cold sores").

Dosage ACICLOVIR TEVA TIP 5% Cream Tube 2 g

Dermal.
Reserved for adults and children over 6 years old.
- Apply the cream 5 times a day, on herpes lesions sitting exclusively on the lips.
- The treatment is more effective if it is started at the first symptoms announcing an outbreak of cold sores.
- The duration of treatment should not exceed 10 days.

Against indications

- History of hypersensitivity to aciclovir or to any of the excipients.
- In application in the eye, in the mouth, in the vagina.
- Children under 6 years old.

Adverse effects Aciclovir Teva Conseil

- Sensations of tingling or transient burns may follow the application of the cream.
- In some patients, erythema or dry skin has been observed.
- Risk of contact eczema, due to the presence of propylene glycol.