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Acivir Cream
Acivir Cream is an antiviral medicine which helps in treating skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus such as herpes labialis. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in skin cells and therefore helps in clearing the skin infection.Acivir Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel, to avoid spreading the infection.Some common side effects include burning, irritation, itching and redness of the skin, at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
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Product Details
ManufacturersCipla Ltd
Salt CompositionAcyclovir (5% w/w)
Medicine Typedrugs
Packingingtube of 5 gm Cream
PackageTube
Quantity5 gm
Product FormCream
Prescription RequiredPrescription Required
Fact BoxChemical Class :: Nucleoside analog|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: DERMA
Primary useHerpes labialis
StorageStore below 30?C
Common Side EffectApplication site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Alcohol Interaction
Pregnancy InteractionCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lactation InteractionCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Driving Interaction
Kidney Interaction
Liver Interaction
Manufacturer AddressCipla Ltd | Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Country of OriginIndia
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In Herpes labialis Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip. Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores. Acivir Cream can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores. Keep using this medicine as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
- Alcohol : None

No interaction found/established | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Acivir Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acivir Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : None

No interaction found/established | - Kidney : None

No interaction found/established | - Liver : None

No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Acivir Cream, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Q. Is Acivir Cream effective?::: Acivir Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Acivir Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.| Q. How to use Acivir Cream?::: Before using Acivir Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Acivir Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.| Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Acivir Cream?::: Be careful not to get Acivir Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Acivir Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly, to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Acivir Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Acivir Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.| Q. What should I do if I forget to use Acivir Cream?::: If you forget to use Acivir Cream, do not worry and continue using Acivir Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.| Q. Is Acivir Cream safe?::: Acivir Cream is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Acivir Cream is an antiviral medication which treats skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of virus in the skin cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your skin infection.
Acivir Cream & Abamune Tablet :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Abacavir should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & A-Bec Tablet :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Abacavir should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & ABHOPE 300MG TABLET :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Abacavir should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & Adesera 10mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Adefovir should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & Adheb 10mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Adefovir should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & Adfovir 10mg Tablet :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Adefovir should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & Dinex EC 250mg Capsule :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Didanosine should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & Virosine DR 250mg Capsule :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Didanosine should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & Virosine DR 400mg Capsule :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Didanosine should be avoided. | Acivir Cream & DINEX EC 400MG TABLET :

Concurrent use of Acyclovir and Didanosine should be avoided.

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