• Aciclovir Sandoz 50 mg/g Crema 2 gr

Acyclovir Sandoz 50 mg/g Cream 2 g

SKU658190

Topical cream for local relief of cold sore symptoms such as itching, stinging or tingling.

Contains 2 g.

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Aciclovir Sandoz 50 mg/g Crema 2 gr
Acyclovir Sandoz 50 mg/g Cream 2 g
Regular price €4,45
Sale price €4,45 Regular price €4,45
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What is Acyclovir cream and what is it used for?

It is a medicinal cream with antiviral action that treats the symptoms related to cold sores, including itching, stinging or tingling.

Who it is indicated for

It is intended for use in people aged 12 years and older who are seeking relief from the symptoms of cold sores.

How to apply Acyclovir cream

Start administering as soon as the first symptoms appear, applying it exclusively to the cold sore, avoiding the mucosal area. Continue the treatment for about 5 days, which can be extended for up to 10 days.

It is important to wash your hands afterwards to prevent the lesion from spreading to other areas of the body or infecting other people.

Contraindications

Do not use Acyclovir cream:

  • In case of allergy to acyclovir or to any of the ingredients present in this product.

Side effects

Acyclovir cream may cause side effects, as with all other medicines:

  • Infrequent: temporary burning or itching, mild dryness, scaling, itching.
  • Rare: reddening of the skin, contact dermatitis.
  • Very rare: immediate hypersensitivity reactions, including angioedema (inflammatory process of the deep area of the skin that manifests itself with swelling of the throat or difficulty in swallowing or breathing).

Composition

Each gram of acyclovir cream contains 50 mg of this active substance. The other excipients are: arlatone 983 S, dimethicone, cetyl alcohol, liquid paraffin, white petrolatum, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide and purified water.

Pharmaceutical advice

Acyclovir Sandoz cream is a topical medicine formulated with acyclovir. It is an antiviral active ingredient that fights herpes zoster, which is responsible for cold sores, commonly known as fever blisters. Its use relieves the symptoms of burning and itching, and can be used in patients over 12 years of age.

The recommended dosage is one application every 4 hours, bearing in mind that intense sun exposure should be avoided, as this product may increase photosensitivity.

Read the package leaflet included with this medicine carefully. If in doubt, you can consult our team of expert pharmacists.

What is the price of Acyclovir cream without prescription?

The price of non-prescription medicines is set by law. In our online pharmacy you can buy Acyclovir with a 10% discount, which is the maximum allowed by law.

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