ACICLOVIR CRISTERS COUNCIL DRUG RANGE

 Drug family: Local antiherpetic

IN WHICH CASE IS THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS CONSEIL PRESCRIBED?

This drug is a powerful antiviral . It blocks the multiplication of the herpes virus within infected cells.

It is used in the treatment of cold sores (also called "cold sores").

You can consult the following article(s):

• Sore

PRESENTATIONS OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS COUNCIL

ACICLOVIR CRISTERS ADVICE 5%  : cream; 2g tube

- Not refunded - Free price 

The prices mentioned do not take into account the pharmacist's " dispensing fees ".

COMPOSITION OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS COUNCIL

	per 100g
Aciclovir	5g

Active substance :Aciclovir

Excipients  : Cetyl alcohol , Dimeticone, Purified water, Macrogol stearic glycerides, Liquid paraffin, Propylene glycol, Vaseline

CONTRAINDICATIONS OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS COUNCIL

This cream should not be used in the following cases:

• child under 6 years old,

• herpes on the eye or inside the mouth or vagina.

ATTENTION

This cream available without a prescription is intended to be used on the advice of your pharmacist; tell them about any history of an allergic reaction to a medicine containing aciclovir or valaciclovir. Do not use it for herpes lesions located anywhere other than the lips.

This medication treats herpes outbreaks but does not eliminate the virus from the body. It therefore does not prevent the occurrence of other crises.

Ultraviolet promotes outbreaks of herpes labialis. Avoid exposure to strong sunlight or UV rays , or apply a sufficient and renewed total sunscreen.

FERTILITY, PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

This cream can be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND DOSAGE OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS COUNCIL

Treatment should be started at the first symptoms announcing an outbreak of herpes labialis.

USUAL DOSE:

• Adult and child over 6 years old : 5 applications per day.

The duration of treatment varies from 5 to 10 days.

TIPS

Herpes is a contagious disease. Wash your hands thoroughly after applying the cream or in case of contact with the lesions; in particular, absolutely avoid touching your eyes with contaminated fingers. The risk of contagion is greatest when the vesicles appear (small blisters under the skin).

This medication may be freely available (or direct access) in certain pharmacies; in this case, have your choice confirmed by your pharmacist.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THE DRUG ACICLOVIR CRISTERS COUNCIL

Tingling, local burning sensation, redness, dry skin, contact dermatitis .