Zovrest 400 mg

Indication

Treatment of herpes simplex infections of the skin and mucous membranes (including genital herpes), suppression of recurrent herpes simplex, and treatment of varicella (chickenpox) and herpes zoster (shingles).

Ingredients

• Acyclovir 400 mg

Direction

As directed by a doctor. Typical adult doses: herpes simplex 200 mg five times daily (or 400 mg as prescribed); suppression 400 mg twice daily; chickenpox and shingles 800 mg five times daily for 7 days. Drink plenty of fluids.

Side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhoea
• abdominal pain
• Headache
• dizziness
• tiredness
• Skin rash
• itching
• sensitivity to light
• Rarely
• kidney problems or confusion (especially in the elderly or with kidney impairment)
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.

Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to acyclovir or valacyclovir
• Dose reduction is needed in kidney impairment and in the elderly
• keep well hydrated
• Use in pregnancy or breastfeeding only on medical advice
• Start treatment as early as possible after symptoms appear
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.