Zovirax Cold Sore Cream 2G

Zovirax is used for the treatment of cold sores. The active ingredient is aciclovir, an antiviral agent. Apply at the first signs of a cold sore (such as tingling and itching). It can also be used to speed up healing if one has already appeared.

How to use

Suitable for all ages:

•Apply at the first signs of a cold sore (such as tingling and itching).

•Apply liberally to the affected area 5 times a day.

•Continue treatment for 4 days. If your cold sore hasn’t healed after this time, you can use the cream for up to 10 days in total.

•Treat your cold sore for 4 full days to ensure rapid healing.

•If you forget a dose, apply when you remember and continue as before.

•If your cold sore hasn’t healed fully after 10 days, or if it gets worse at any time, contact your doctor.

•Never give your Zovirax to others, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.

•The amount of cream inside this pack is enough for one cold sore attack. For any future attacks, start treatment at the first signs of a cold sore developing (such as tingling or itching). It can also be started during the blister stage.

•Do not use more than the recommended dose.

Precautions

Do not use Zovirax:

•If you have ever had an allergic reaction to aciclovir, valaciclovir, propylene glycol or any of the other ingredients.

•Inside your mouth (e.g. for mouth ulcers) or nose.

•For any skin infection other than a cold sore.

•In the eyes or genital area.