Ficyc 5% w/w

Indication

Antiviral cream for the treatment of herpes simplex virus infections of the skin, including recurrent cold sores (herpes labialis) and genital herpes lesions.

Ingredients

• Aciclovir BP 5% w/w

Direction

For external use only. Apply to the affected area 5 times per day (about every 4 hours while awake) for 4 days. Start therapy as early as possible after the first signs and symptoms. Adolescents 12 years and older: same dose as adults, or as directed by the physician.

Side effects

• Transient burning or stinging after application
• Mild drying or flaking of the skin
• Itching or redness
• Rarely
• contact dermatitis or allergic reaction
• stop use and consult a doctor

Precautions

• For external use only
• not for use in the eyes
• mouth or vagina
• Do not use if allergic to aciclovir
• valaciclovir or any ingredient
• Wash hands before and after application and avoid touching lesions to prevent spreading the infection
• Immunocompromised patients should consult a doctor
• Consult a doctor if symptoms persist after 10 days
• or during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs
• Keep out of reach of children