Acivir Cream

Short Description

Acivir Cream is an antiviral medicine that helps treat skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus such as herpes labialis.

Dosage Form

Cream

Introduction

Acivir Cream is an antiviral medication which treats skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of virus in the skin cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your skin infection. It is for external use only and should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel to avoid spreading the infection. Some common side effects include burning, irritation, itching and redness of the skin at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying unless hands are the affected area.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Acivir Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Acivir Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Interacting Medicines

Abacavir Adefovir Didanosine Entecavir

Acivir Cream is an antiviral medication which treats skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of virus in the skin cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your skin infection.

Acivir Cream helps treat recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores). Treatment should be started as early as possible following onset of signs and symptoms. Apply it thinly to affected area five times a day or as suggested by your doctor. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel to avoid spreading the infection.