Drug Uses

Acyclovir is used to treat herpes infections (skin, lip, genitals, herpes zoster, and chickenpox). It does not cure herpes infections but decreases pain and itching and promotes healing. Sometimes acyclovir is given to help prevent the infection from coming back. It also treats shingles and chickenpox infections. It is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

How Taken

Acyclovir should be taked orally, following the directions on the prescription label. Take your doses at regular intervals, with or without food, not more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your doctor even if you feel better. Dont stop taking except on your prescriber's advice. Special care may be needed for use in children, contact your pediatrician.

Warnings/Precautions

Before using Acyclovir, tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or if you use any other medications. Acyclovir is in the FDA pregnancy category C, which means that it is not known whether it will harm an unborn baby. Do not use Acyclovir topical without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether Acyclovir passes into breast milk. Do not use Acyclovir without first talking to your doctor if you are breast feeding a baby.

Missed Dose

In case you miss a dose, take Acyclovir as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose.

Side Effects

Side effects should be reported to your doctor as soon as possible: hallucinations, increased thirst, redness, blistering, peeling of the skin, including inside the mouth, reduced amount of urine passed, seizures, skin rash, stomach pain, tremor, unusual weakness or tiredness. Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber if they continue or are bothersome): diarrhea, dizziness, headache, increased sensitivity to the sun, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting.

Storage

Store this medication below 25oC. Do not refrigerate.

Overdose

An overdose of acyclovir is not likely to occur. If you suspect an overdose of acyclovir, call an emergency room or poison control left for advice.

More Information

Tell your prescriber about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your doctor before stopping or starting any of your medicines. Follow the directions provided by your doctor.

Disclaimer

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