Cloverax Cream 2 grams

Clovirax 2 g Cream Clovirax Cream CLOVIRAX is one of the products of Avalon Pharma Company and is considered an antiviral. It contains the active ingredient (Acyclovir) and belongs to a class of drugs known as antivirals that work by stopping the growth of the virus. Clovirax is used to treat herpes virus infections, including recurrent primary genital herpes and cold sores / fever blisters (oral herpes) on the lips and face. Acyclovir is an antiviral that works by interfering with the viral DNA polymerase enzyme to prevent viral DNA replication, leading to the killing or stopping of virus growth. Medical uses of Clovirax cream: limited and non-life-threatening herpes virus infections, genital herpes. How to use Clovirax cream: Acyclovir cream is not used in the mouth, eyes, or vagina. Do not mix acyclovir with anything before use, not even water. Always wash your hands before and after applying the cream. Adults and children: Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area five times a day. Each application of acyclovir should be spaced four hours apart. The suggested times are: 7 am, 11 am, 3 pm, 7 pm, and 11 pm. If the cold sore does not heal after 4 days, or if the genital herpes sore does not heal after 5 days, you may use the cream for an additional 5 days. If the affected area does not heal after that, stop using the cream and inform your doctor. Doses may be adjusted in some special cases, so always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. If you take more than prescribed, talk to your doctor or go to the hospital immediately. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for the next dose. Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a missed dose. Side effects of Clovirax cream: Headache Dizziness Nausea Diarrhea Stomach pain Skin reaction after exposure to light (photosensitivity) Feeling tired Unexplained fever (temperature rise) and feeling faint, especially when standing up Allergic reactions (may occur in up to 1 in 1000 people), including: - Rash or itching or hives on the skin - Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or other parts of the body - Shortness of breath, wheezing, or difficulty breathing Using Clovirax cream during pregnancy and breastfeeding: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you might be pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medication. Warnings and precautions while using Clovirax cream: Do not take acyclovir tablets if you are allergic to acyclovir or valacyclovir or any other ingredients of this medication. Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking acyclovir tablets if: - You have kidney problems - You are over 65 years old Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following medications: - Probenecid used for gout - Cimetidine used for stomach ulcers - Mycophenolate mofetil used to prevent organ rejection How to store Clovirax cream: Store at a temperature below 25°C. Keep this medication out of sight and reach of children. Store the medication in the original container to protect it from moisture. Do not use this medication after the expiration date printed on the box/strip/label. The expiration date refers to the last day of the month.