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Zovirax is a prescription cream medication that is effective in
the initial phases of genital herpes and in the treatment of mouth
ulcers and lip blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus.
Zovirax cream (acyclovir cream) is a potent antiviral medication
that is used to treat Herpes Simplex Virus infections. It is dispensed
as a 5% ointment in 15-gram tubes.
| DRUG |
DOSAGE |
QUANTITY |
CONSULT |
PRICES |
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| Zovirax |
5% |
1 tube |
FREE |
118 |
Order |
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Zovirax |
5% |
2 tubes |
FREE |
202 |
Order |
| Zovirax |
5% |
3 tubes |
FREE |
279 |
Order |
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HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS?
Over 80 known viruses exist within the Herpes family. Of
these, 8 are known to cause disease in humans, the most common being
Herpes Simplex Virus Type-1 (HSV-1) and type-2 (HSV-2). HSV-1 and
HSV-2 look identical under the microscope, and either type can infect
the mouth or genitals. Usually, however, HSV-1 occurs above the
waist, and HSV-2 below the waist:
- Herpes Simplex Virus Type-1 (HSV-1) - commonly causes herpes labialis
(also called oral herpes, cold sores or fever blisters), which is
a highly infectious open sore that crust over before healing. Although
less probable, HSV-1 can also cause genital herpes.
- Herpes Simplex Virus Type-2 (HSV-2) - a contagious viral infection
primarily causing genital herpes in men and women. The telltale
signs and symptoms of genital herpes include recurrent clusters
of blisters, bumps and rashes in the genital areas. HSV-2 can also
be responsible for herpes labialis (cold sores), although less often
than HSV-1.
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TRANSMISSION OF HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS:
Unlike viruses such as influenza, which can be transmitted through
the air, Herpes Simplex Viruses require physical contact. They are
frequently transmitted through mouth-to-mouth contact (in the case
of HSV-1) or genital-to-genital contact (in the case of HSV-2),
although other means of transmission, including hand-to-genital
and mouth-to-genital contact, are possible.
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HOW DOES ZOVIRAX CREAM WORK?
ZOVIRAX CREAM is selectively absorbed into cells infected with Herpes
Simplex Virus. Within the cell Herpes Simplex Virus coded enzymes
convert ZOVIRAX CREAM into its active form. This active form of
the drug inhibits the growth and replication of Herpes Simplex Virus
by interfering with viral DNA replication.
ZOVIRAX CREAM is preferentially taken up and converted into its
active form only by Herpes Simplex Virus infected cells. Thus, ZOVIRAX
CREAM is much less toxic for normal uninfected cells.
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CLINICAL BENEFITS OF ZOVIRAX CREAM:
When ZOVIRAX CREAM is applied to the infected area it produces a
decrease in the time to healing, a decrease in the duration of time
that the infection causes pain and decrease in the duration of time
that the infection sheds Herpes Simplex Virus. Viral shedding is
the mechanism by which Herpes Simplex Virus is transmitted from
person to person.
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HOW TO USE ZOVIRAX CREAM:
Therapy with ZOVIRAX CREAM should be instituted as early as possible
following the initial onset of signs and symptoms of infection.
Infection most commonly manifests itself as a cold sore, or as clusters
of blisters, bumps and rashes in the genital area. Symptoms of infection
include tingling, itching, burning or redness of the skin at the
infection site. Symptoms oftentimes begin before any cold sores
or genital blisters, bumps and rashes are noted.
- Apply a small amount directly to the infected area 5 times per
day.
- Massage it into the skin very gently.
- It is best to wear a latex glove when applying ZOVIRAX CREAM to
the infected area. Herpes Simplex Virus can adhere to your finger
during the application process and be inoculated to other body sites
or to other persons. We will supply a free box of latex gloves with
each order of ZOVIRAX CREAM.
- After removing the glove it still is necessary to wash your hands
immediately after contact with the infected area.
- Use the ZOVIRAX CREAM until the infection is completed crusted
or shows clear-cut signs of healing.
- Do not use ZOVIRAX CREAM for the eyes.
- Do not apply continuously to try to prevent infection from reoccurring.
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IF I AM ON THERAPY, CAN I STILL SPREAD HERPES TO OTHERS?
YES, no drug has been proven to prevent the spread of herpes infection
to other people. You or your partner should always use condoms and
avoid sexual contact during an outbreak.
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SIDE EFFECTS:
- Recurrent or long-term swelling or pain at application site.
- Recurrent or long-term itching at application site.
- Recurrent or long-term redness at application site.
If any of the above problems occur stop the ZOVIRAX CREAM.
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CAUTION:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding this medication is best reserved
for only the most severe outbreaks. Be sure to let us know in your
medical history/personal profile consult of this fact so we can
appropriately advise you about the use of ZOVIRAX CREAM.
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