Zovirax is tablet which stops the growth of the herpes virus. So the body can fight with infection. It helps with cold sores, genital herpes, chiken pox and shingles. Additional positive effect of Zovirax that it prevents herpes outbreaks.
Inform your doctor if you have:
• an allergic reaction to acyclovir
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding
• kidney disease
You should take this medicine with a glass of water by mouth. You can eat or not eat during the Zovirax course. You should take your medicine as it is directed. Do not forget to take your doses, take it regularly.
If you are going to give this medicine to children, talk with your pediatrician first. Maybe it will require additional precautions.
Do not overtake Zovirax and do not share it with others. If you forget to take your dose, take as soon as possible. But do not take extra or double doses.
Probenecid can interact with Zovirax. Inform your doctor about medicines which you are using.
Tell youк doctor if you are smoking or drinking alcohol. He will check possible interactions.
You should drink plenty of water each day. It will prevent possible side effects.
Inform your doctor if you symptoms do not improve. It is best to start treatment at first signs of infection. You can still pass herpes to other persons. Consult with your doctor how to stop the spread of infection.
Possible side effects about which you should inform your doctor:
• dark urine
• allergic reactions
• confusion
• chest pain
• redness
• yellowing of the eyes or skin
• seizures
• increased sensitivity to the sun
• unusual bleeding
• trouble passing urine
• unusually tired
Some side effects do not require medical attention:
• headache
• diarrhea
• stomach upset
• fever
• nausea
You should store Zoviraz between 59 and 77 degrees F (15 and 25 degrees C) tightly closed. If the expiration date passed, you cannot use such tablets. And keep your children out of the reach of Zovirax.
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