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Zovirax Cold Sore Cream 2g
SKU :
OTCZOV2G-CH
PIP-Code :
0081208
EAN :
5000347015687
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is clinically proven to speed up healing and work at the tingle and blister stage.
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Description
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream
Zovirax Cold Sore Cream is clinically proven to speed up healing and work at the tingle and blister stage. It delivers the active ingredient, aciclovir, directly to the source to fight the virus that causes cold sores. It is suitable for all ages and while it works best when applied at the first signs of a cold sore (such as tingling and itching), it can also be used to speed up healing if one has already appeared.
Directions
- Apply at the first signs of a cold sore (such as tingling and itching).
- Apply liberally to the affected area 5 times a day.
- Continue treatment for 4 days. If your cold sore hasn't healed after this time, you can use the cream for up to 10 days in total.
- Treat your cold sore for 4 full days to ensure rapid healing.
- If you forget a dose, apply when you remember and continue as before.
- If your cold sore hasn't healed fully after 10 days, or if it gets worse at any time, contact your doctor.
- Never give your Zovirax to others, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
- The amount of cream inside this pack is enough for one cold sore attack. For any future attacks, start treatment at the first signs of a cold sore developing (such as tingling or itching). It can also be started during the blister stage.
- Do not use more than the recommended dose.
Ingredients
- Active Ingredient: Aciclovir 5% w/w.
- Other Ingredients: Dimeticone, propylene glycol, poloxamer 407, cetostearyl alcohol, sodium laurilsulfate, white soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, arlacel 165 (glycerol monostearate, macrogol stearate 100) and purified water.
Cautions
Do not use Zovirax Cold Sore Cream:
- If you have ever had an allergic reaction to aciclovir, valaciclovir, propylene glycol or any of the other ingredients.
- Inside your mouth (e.g. for mouth ulcers) or nose.
- For any skin infection other than a cold sore.
- In the eyes or genital area.
Take special care with Zovirax Cold Sore Cream:
- Always wash your hands before and after applying Zovirax.
- Do not touch your eyes until you have washed your hands after application.
- If you accidentally get cream in your eye, wash out thoroughly with warm water. Consult your doctor if you are concerned.
- Do not swallow the cream. If you accidentally swallow any cream, it is unlikely to cause any ill effects but consult your doctor if you are concerned.
- Avoid touching a cold sore to prevent transferring the infection or making it worse.
- If you have been told by your doctor that you have a weakened immune system, contact your doctor before treating any type of infection.
- If you are in any doubt if you have a cold sore, contact your doctor.
- If your cold sore gets very severe, contact your doctor.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any regular medication on prescription or over the counter products.
- Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Zovirax if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Patient Information
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Patient Information Leaflet
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