Zovirax

Indicated to address active viral replication to manage immune safety and alleviate cutaneous herpes lesions.

Dosage

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You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Zovirax, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Zovirax vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Zovirax details

Conditions: Herpes Zoster · Genital Herpes Simplex · Varicella
Alternative names: acyclovir
Therapeutic class: Nucleoside Analog DNA Polymerase Inhibitor
Pharmacological class: Antiviral
Known off-label uses: cytomegalovirus prophylaxis
Contraindications: severe hypersensitivity to acyclovir
Minor side effects: nausea; headache; vomiting
Moderate side effects: fatigue; diarrhoea; transient transaminase elevation
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: GlaxoSmithKline
Onset Time: 24–48 hours
Duration: 8–12 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Probenecid; Tenofovir
Age restrictions: Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: TGA Category B: Safety established. Deemed safe. Breastfeeding: Compatible.

Serious side effects

acute kidney injury, requires immediate medical attention; neurologic toxicity, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

indicated to address active viral replication to manage immune safety and alleviate cutaneous herpes lesions.

Mechanism of action

Selectively terminates viral DNA chain elongation by blocking DNA polymerase inside infected host cells.

Zovirax is the originator brand name, made by GlaxoSmithKline. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with GlaxoSmithKline.

The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Aciclovir is offered.
The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
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