ZOVIRAX CREAM 5% TUBE 2G

Zovirax Cream 5% (2 gm) Specifications Active Ingredient: Acyclovir Strength: 5% w/w (5 grams acyclovir per 100 grams cream) Form: Topical cream Quantity: 2 grams per tube Appearance: White to off-white smooth cream Packaging: Aluminum or laminate tube with screw cap Indications: Treatment of herpes simplex infections (cold sores, genital herpes) Storage: Store below 25°C (77°F), protect from light and moisture Shelf Life: Typically 2-3 years (check expiry date on packaging) Dosage: Apply thin layer 5 times daily for 4 days or as prescribed Prescription Status: Prescription only (varies by country) Manufacturer: Commonly GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) or licensed generics

Safety Instructions for Zovirax Cream 5% (Acyclovir): Use as Directed: Apply only on the affected skin area as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid using it on healthy skin or open wounds unless advised. Avoid Contact with Eyes and Mouth: Do not apply near or inside your eyes, mouth, or genital areas unless specifically directed by a healthcare provider. Clean and Dry Area Before Application: Wash your hands and the affected area gently before applying the cream to reduce infection risk. Wash Hands After Application: This prevents accidental spread of the virus or medication to other parts of the body or other people. Do Not Cover Tightly: Avoid using airtight dressings unless your doctor instructs; the area should be able to breathe. Do Not Use if Allergic: If you have a known allergy to acyclovir or any ingredients in the cream, avoid use and seek medical advice. Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Consult your healthcare provider before using if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Avoid Sharing: Do not share your cream with others, as the infection can be contagious. Discontinue and Consult Doctor if: You experience severe irritation, rash, itching, or swelling. Symptoms worsen or do not improve after the full course of treatment. Storage: Keep the cream in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

Benefits of Zovirax Cream 5%: Treats cold sores (herpes labialis): Helps reduce the severity and duration of cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus. Helps heal herpes simplex infections: Speeds up the healing of skin infections caused by herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2. Reduces symptoms: Helps alleviate pain, itching, burning, and discomfort associated with herpes sores. Prevents viral replication: Works by stopping the herpes virus from multiplying in the affected skin cells.

Additional Information on Zovirax Cream 5%: How It Works: Acyclovir is an antiviral agent that works by stopping the replication of the herpes virus, helping the body fight the infection. It helps reduce the duration, pain, and severity of cold sores or other herpes simplex skin infections. Indications (What It’s Used For): Treatment of cold sores (herpes labialis) around the mouth and lips. Management of herpes simplex virus infections on the skin. Sometimes used for other herpes infections as prescribed by a doctor. Application Tips: Start applying the cream as soon as you feel the first symptoms of a cold sore (tingling, itching, or burning). Apply 5 times daily at approximately 4-hour intervals (excluding bedtime) for about 4 days or as directed. Do not use for longer than recommended to avoid irritation or resistance.

The composition of Zovirax Cream 5% (2gm) is: Active ingredient: Aciclovir — 5% w/w (50 mg per gram of cream) Excipients (inactive ingredients): These typically include ingredients that help with the cream’s texture, stability, and absorption, such as: Cetostearyl alcohol Propylene glycol White soft paraffin Liquid paraffin Purified water Other emollients and preservatives