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Zovirax Ointment contains the active ingredient acyclovir. It is a prescription antiviral ointment used to treat certain infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).
Zovirax Ointment may be used to help manage a first episode of genital herpes.
Genital herpes can cause symptoms such as:
The ointment may help shorten healing time and reduce pain in some people.
Zovirax Ointment may also be used to treat certain limited, non-life-threatening herpes simplex infections of the skin and mucous membranes in people with weakened immune systems.
These infections may affect areas such as the lips, mouth, or skin.
Zovirax Ointment has shown some benefit for herpes labialis, or cold sores, in immunocompromised patients.
However, studies in people with normal immune systems did not show clear clinical benefit for recurrent cold sores.
For routine cold sores on the lips and face, Zovirax Cream is a different formulation with a separate indication.
Zovirax Ointment is not indicated for the treatment of shingles.
Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus and usually requires a different antiviral treatment plan, often using oral antiviral medication.
Zovirax belongs to a group of medications called antivirals.
Acyclovir blocks an enzyme that the herpes virus needs to copy its DNA.
This slows the virus from multiplying and helps reduce the severity and duration of the infection.
Zovirax Ointment helps control herpes symptoms, but it does not remove the herpes virus from the body.
It also does not prevent you from spreading herpes to another person.
Use the ointment exactly as prescribed and only on the areas recommended by your healthcare provider.
Zovirax Ointment is applied directly to the affected skin or mucous membrane area.
Use enough ointment to completely cover the lesions every 3 hours, 6 times a day, for 7 days, unless your healthcare provider gives you different instructions.
Begin using Zovirax Ointment as soon as possible after you notice signs or symptoms of a herpes outbreak.
Starting treatment early may help the medication work more effectively.
A finger cot or rubber glove may be used during application to reduce the chance of spreading the virus to another part of your body or to another person.
Do not get Zovirax Ointment in your eyes.
If this happens, rinse your eyes thoroughly with water.
Contact a healthcare provider if eye irritation continues.
If you forget to apply Zovirax Ointment, apply it as soon as you remember.
If it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed application and continue with your regular schedule.
Do not apply extra ointment or use it more often to make up for the missed application.
Continue treatment for the full 7-day course, even if the lesions begin to improve sooner.
Do not apply more ointment or use it more often than prescribed.
Herpes can spread from one part of the body to another or to another person.
Wash your hands before and after each application, and avoid unnecessary contact with the lesions.
Contact your healthcare provider if your symptoms do not improve after treatment, become worse, or you develop severe pain, swelling, fever, or signs of another infection.
Do not extend treatment beyond the prescribed period unless your healthcare provider tells you to.
Zovirax Ointment (Acyclovir) is available in the following forms and strength:
Zovirax Ointment is for use on the skin and affected external areas.
Do not get the ointment in your eyes.
If it gets into your eyes, rinse them well with water.
Do not apply it inside your mouth or nose unless your healthcare provider specifically tells you to.
Do not use Zovirax Ointment if you are allergic to acyclovir, valacyclovir, or any ingredient in the ointment.
Seek emergency medical attention if you develop:
Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Only a small amount of acyclovir is expected to enter the bloodstream when the ointment is used on the skin.
Your healthcare provider will consider the expected benefits and possible risks before recommending treatment.
Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding.
Systemic absorption from the ointment is low, but avoid applying it directly to the breast or nipple where a nursing infant could come into contact with it.
Zovirax Ointment may cause mild irritation at the application site.
Possible effects include:
Contact your healthcare provider if these effects become severe or do not improve.
Important drug interactions are unlikely because only a small amount of acyclovir is absorbed through the skin.
However, tell your healthcare provider or pharmacist about all prescription medications, over-the-counter products, vitamins, supplements, and topical treatments you use.
Do not apply other creams, ointments, or skin products to the same area unless your healthcare provider says it is safe.
Zovirax Ointment may be used for certain herpes simplex infections in people with weakened immune systems.
However, these patients may need closer medical supervision because herpes infections can be more severe or harder to treat.
Contact your healthcare provider if the infection spreads, becomes worse, or does not improve.
Kidney dose adjustments are usually not needed with Zovirax Ointment because very little acyclovir is absorbed into the bloodstream.
This is different from oral or intravenous acyclovir, which may require dose adjustments in people with kidney impairment.
Wash your hands before and after applying the ointment.
Avoid touching the lesions more than necessary, and do not share towels, razors, or other personal items that may come into contact with the affected area.
Apply Zovirax Ointment exactly as prescribed.
Do not use more ointment, apply it more often, or continue treatment longer than recommended unless your healthcare provider tells you to.
Contact your healthcare provider if the lesions become worse, spread to other areas, do not improve after treatment, or you develop severe pain, swelling, fever, or signs of another infection.
Zovirax Ointment is a prescription medication. You need a prescription from a healthcare provider to obtain it.
Zovirax Ointment begins working against the herpes virus after it is applied, but symptom improvement is not always immediate. For initial genital herpes, clinical studies showed that the ointment can help shorten healing time and may reduce pain and viral shedding in some patients. Treatment is usually applied every 3 hours, 6 times daily, for 7 days. Contact your healthcare provider if your symptoms do not improve or become worse.
The safety and effectiveness of Zovirax Ointment in children have not been established. Do not use it in a child unless a healthcare provider specifically recommends it.
Zovirax Ointment may be used for certain mucocutaneous herpes infections in people with weakened immune systems. However, studies did not show clear clinical benefit for recurrent cold sores in people with normal immune systems. For routine cold sores on the lips and face, your healthcare provider may recommend a different acyclovir formulation, such as Zovirax Cream.
| Generic name: | Acyclovir |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Ointment |
| Strength(s): | 5% |
| Quantities Available: | 4g |
Our online Canadian Pharmacy is known for high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency when it comes to medications.
Our pharmacy offers lower prices on prescription drugs compared to traditional pharmacies.
When ordering Zovirax (acyclovir) ointment from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is common for prescription medications to ensure adequate management of conditions without frequent refills.
Here’s what you need to know:
Dosage and Quantity: Zovirax Ointment is typically applied every 3 hours, up to 6 times a day during initial outbreaks of herpes simplex virus infections. For a 90-day supply, the quantity you will order would depend on your prescribed frequency and the size of the affected area.
No, we do not sell acyclovir on our website. However, you can still enjoy low prices on Zovirax Ointment, which contains acyclovir as an active ingredient. To purchase Zovirax Ointment, you will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider. We require this prescription to dispense the medication safely and appropriately. You have the option to submit your prescription by mailing it to us, faxing it, or uploading it through your online account.
Yes, we ship Zovirax Ointment (acyclovir) to both the United States and Puerto Rico.
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