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Zovirax Cream (aciclovir) is indicated for the treatment of Herpes Simplex virus infections of the skin including initial and recurrent genital herpes and herpes labialis.
How to use Zovirax Cream:
Adults and children: Zovirax Cream should be applied five times daily at approximately four hourly intervals, omitting the night time application.
Zovirax Cream should be applied to the lesions or impending lesions as soon as possible, preferably during the early stages (prodrome or erythema). Treatment can also be started during the later (papule or blister) stages.
Treatment should be continued for at least 4 days for herpes labialis and for 5 days for genital herpes. If healing has not occurred then treatment may be continued for up to an additional 5 days.
For best results, use this medicine at the first sign of a cold sore (tingling, redness, itching, or bump). Wash and completely dry the affected area. Apply the medicine only to the affected area and not to the surrounding skin. Gently rub the medicine in until it disappears. Wash your hands after using this medicine.
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