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Acyclovir Information
- ORAL (ay-SYE-kloe-vir)
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Physician
needs to know if you have any of these conditions:;
kidney disease; liver disease; pneumonia; stomach
problems (especially colitis); other chronic
illness; an unusual or allergic reaction to
Acyclovir, foods, dyes, or preservatives; or
if you are breast-feeding.
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Zovirax
USES: Acyclovir (Zovirax) is used to
treat infections caused by certain types of viruses.
It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused
by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes
zoster), and chickenpox.
Acyclovir (Zovirax) is also used to treat outbreaks
of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks,
acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of
future episodes.
Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it
is not a cure for these infections. The viruses
that cause these infections continue to live
in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir
decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks.
It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores
from forming, and decreases pain/itching. Acyclovir
may also help reduce how long pain remains after
the sores heal. In addition, in people with a
weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease
the risk of the virus spreading to other parts
of the body and causing serious infections.
HOW TO USE: Take Acyclovir by mouth with
or without food, usually 2 to 5 times a day as
directed by your doctor. Drink plenty of fluids
while taking this medication unless your doctor
directs you otherwise.
Acyclovir works best when started at the first
sign of an outbreak, as directed by your doctor.
It may not work as well if you delay treatment.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and
response to treatment. In children, dosage is
also based on weight.
Acyclovir works best when the amount of drug
in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore,
take this drug at evenly spaced intervals. To
help you remember, take it at the same times
each day.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea may occur. If nausea
persists or worsens, tell your doctor or pharmacist
promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this
medication because he or she has judged that
the benefit to you is greater than the risk of
side effects. Many people using this medication
do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these
unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness,
drowsiness, signs of kidney problems (such as
a change in the amount of urine, unusual back/side
pain), mental/mood changes (such as agitation,
confusion, hallucinations), shaky/unsteady movement,
trouble speaking.
Acyclovir (Zovirax) may rarely cause a life-threatening
disorder that affects the blood cells, kidneys,
and other parts of the body. This disorder is
more likely to occur if you have conditions related
to a weakened immune system (such as HIV disease,
bone marrow transplant, kidney transplant). Seek
immediate medical attention if any of these rare
but serious side effects occur: extreme tiredness,
slow/fast/irregular heartbeat, easy bruising/bleeding,
new fever, bloody/dark urine, severe stomach/abdominal
pain, yellowing eyes/skin, sudden vision changes,
loss of consciousness, seizures.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug
is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention
if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic
reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially
of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness,
trouble breathing.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: The effects of some
drugs can change if you take other drugs or herbal
products at the same time. This can increase
your risk for serious side effects or may cause
your medications not to work correctly. These
drug interactions are possible, but do not always
occur. Your doctor or pharmacist can often prevent
or manage interactions by changing how you use
your medications or by close monitoring.
To help your doctor and pharmacist give you
the best care, be sure to tell your doctor and
pharmacist about all the products you use (including
prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and
herbal products) before starting treatment with
this product. While using this product, do not
start, stop, or change the dosage of any other
medicines you are using without your doctor's
approval.
Some products that may interact with this drug
include: other drugs that may cause kidney problems
(including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs-NSAIDs
such as ibuprofen, naproxen).
OVERDOSE: If
Acyclovir
(Zovirax) overdose is suspected, contact
your local poison control center by calling
1-800-222-1222 or
by locating your closest local poison control centre:
American
Association of Poison Control Centers
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose of Acyclovir
(Zovirax), take it as soon as you can. If it
is almost time for your next dose, take only
that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
There should be an interval of at least 12 hours
between doses.
STORAGE: Store Acyclovir (Zovirax) at
room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F
(20-25 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.
Acyclovir (Zovirax) Resources:
Medline
Plus - Acyclovir : Information Profile
from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Medline
Plus - Genital Herpes Infections : Genital
herpes cannot be cured. However, antiviral
medication can relieve pain and discomfort
during an outbreak by healing the sores more
quickly. These drugs appear to help during
first attacks more than they do in later outbreaks.
Medicines used to treat herpes include acyclovir,
famciclovir, and valacyclovir.
Medicinenet
- Acyclovir : Explains the medication
acyclovir (Zovirax), a drug used to treat initial
genital herpes infections and to treat patients
with recurrent severe genital herpes.
Acyclovir is
an antiviral used to treat shingles, chickenpox
and genital herpes. Acyclovir will not cure herpes,
but it can lessen the symptoms of the infection.
