Clinovir 5 g tube; 5 g Aciclovir per 100 g cream (5% w/w)

Indication

For treatment of Herpes simplex virus infections of the skin, including initial and recurrent genital herpes and herpes labialis (cold sores).

Ingredients

• Aciclovir 5% w/w

Direction

Apply locally to the affected area every 4 hours, or 5 times daily omitting the night-time dose, for 5 days continuously. Treatment may be continued for up to 10 days. Should be used as early as possible after the start of an infection.

Side effects

• Transient mild burning or stinging at the site of application.
• Mild drying or flaking of the skin.
• Itching
• erythema
• or contact dermatitis in rare cases.
• If severe irritation or an allergic reaction occurs
• stop use and consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

• Do not use in patients with known hypersensitivity to Aciclovir or Propylene Glycol.
• Should not be applied to mucous membranes such as the mouth
• eyes
• or vagina.
• Take particular care to avoid accidental introduction into the eyes.
• For external use only. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.