Taiguk Acyclovir

Taiguk Acyclovir

aciclovir

Manufacturer:

Tai Guk Pharm

Distributor:

Medreich Kali
/
SB Pharma
Full Prescribing Info
Contents
Acyclovir.
Indications/Uses
For the treatment of herpes simplex virus infections of the lips and face (Herpes labialis).
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adults and children: Treatment should be initiated as soon as possible after the start of the infection, ideally during the prodromal period or when lesions first appear.
A thin film of cream should be applied to the infected area and immediately adjacent skin areas 5 times daily at 4-hour intervals during the day.
Treatment should be continued for 5 days, followed by a further 5 days treatment if healing has not occurred.
Patients should wash their hands before and after applying the cream and avoid unnecessary rubbing of the lesions or touching with a towel, to avoid aggravating or transferring the infection.
Storage
Store below 25°C.
MIMS Class
Topical Antivirals
ATC Classification
D06BB03 - aciclovir ; Belongs to the class of topical antivirals used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Taiguk Acyclovir cream 5% w/w
Packing/Price
10 g x 1's
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