Hyvir

by Hygeia

Active ingredient: Acyclovir

Packs

• Cream · 5% · 10 gm (080809)

About Acyclovir, Topical

Antiviral

Uses

Herpes simplex infections of the skin. Treatment and long-term suppression of genital herpes. Prophylaxis of genital herpes in immunocompromised patients.

How to take it

Herpes simplex infections of the skin: Adults & Children: Apply five times daily at four hourly intervals for 5 days. Continue for further 5 days if healing not complete. Genital herpes: Adults & Children: Apply five times daily at four hourly intervals for 5 days.

Side effects

Transient irritation, mild drying and flaking of skin during topical use.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Precautions: Renal impairment. Maintain adequate hydration. Cream not for use in eyes.

Advice

Apply as advised by prescriber. Before application, wear gloves or finger cot.

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Interactions with Acyclovir, Topical

Probenecid.

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Other brands with the same ingredients

• Ciavir
• Clovirex Topical
• Cycloz Topical
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• Lipsore
• Onyvix
• Santovir Topical
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Compiled by Healify Pharmacy from published drug references. How we compile it →

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