Acyclovir - Acyclovir - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Acyclovir.
• Zovirax
• ay-SYE-klo-veer

Usage Instructions

• Begin taking this medication as soon as symptoms appear.
• Take this medication as directed.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
• Try to take the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
• This will ensure a constant blood level of the medication and is most effective.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness or weakness.
• These effects should disappear in a few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If they persist or become worse, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat herpes infections of the skin, mouth, mucous membranes, genital herpes, herpes zoster (shingles), and chickenpox in some individuals.
• This medication does not cure herpes, but relieves the pain and may make the infection clear faster.

Read Before Using Acyclovir (precautions)

• This medication should be used cautiously during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
• It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk.
• Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.

Acyclovir Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.

Acyclovir Miscellaneous Notes

• Avoid sexual activity while signs and symptoms of genital herpes are present to prevent infecting your partner.
• Inform your doctor if this medication does not appear to decrease the frequency or severity of recurrent infections.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription).
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include sluggishness, change in amount of urine, loss of consciousness, or seizures.