Zoster Cream (Acyclovir 5%)

Zoster 5Gm Cream contains a class of antiviral medication, aciclovir, which is used to treat viral infections. It plays a vital role in treating cold sores (an inflamed blister in or near the mouth, caused by infection with the herpes simplex virus), genital herpes (a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores), and herpes zoster (a viral infection that causes a painful rash). In addition to this, it is also used to treat chickenpox. Zoster 5Gm Cream does not cure herpes but does not allow the infection to spread and treat its symptoms.

Zoster 5Gm Cream contains aciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Zoster 5Gm Cream prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA results in decrease viral overload.

Zoster 5Gm Cream is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to Zoster 5Gm Cream. In some cases, you may experience headaches, feeling dizzy, feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting), diarrhoea, and skin is sensitive to sunlight. Most of these side effects of Zoster 5Gm Cream are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Consume only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. Do not take Zoster 5Gm Cream if you are allergic to Zoster 5Gm Cream, aciclovir, or any of its ingredients. Check with your doctor if you’re pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Use protection while having sexual intercourse to avoid the transfer of genital herpes (a sexually transmitted disease) to your partner. If you have a weak immune system, please inform your doctor before taking Zoster 5Gm Cream as a dose adjustment may be required.

Herpes zoster skin infection(shingles), Chicken Pox

Zoster 5Gm Cream contains aciclovir, which is an antiviral medication. Zoster 5Gm Cream prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells by acting on its DNA results in decrease viral overload and also prevent the formation of new viruses.

Zoster 5Gm Cream should be used as advised by the doctor. Zoster 5Gm Cream comes in various forms. Preferably take it at the same time every day.Tablet form: Take with a glass of water in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Preferably, dissolve the tablet in a glass of water and then take it.Liquid form: Drink it in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor.Cream form: Apply Zoster 5Gm Cream on the affected area in dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Also, to avoid any infection or contamination, please wash your hands before applying Zoster 5Gm Cream.Injection form: Zoster 5Gm Cream is given in infection only in hospitals, particularly to children and patients who cannot take any other form of Zoster 5Gm Cream.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Headaches

Feeling dizzy,

Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting),

Diarrhoea,

Rash

Itching (pruritus)