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Precautions
Category C. Risk to fetus cannot be ruled out. Consider use if benefit outweighs the potential risk. Exposure registry is available: 1-800-722-9292, ext. 58465 (note: this number is no longer used for
antiretroviral drugs. See Health Maintenance section for the pregnancy protocols which contain the antiretroviral registry number.)
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Proper Use of This Medicine
This medication is used to treat herpes infections of the skin, mouth, mucous membranes, genital herpes, herpes zoster (shingles), and chickenpox in some individuals. This medication does not cure her
pes, but relieves the pain and may make the infection clear faster.
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Why is this drug prescribed?
Acyclovir is an antiviral agent that is active against the herpes virus infections of the genitals, skin, brain, and mucous membranes. The drug is also used to treat other viral infections such as sh
ingles and chickenpox. Acyclovir is used both systematically and topically, but usually will only help with the symptoms and will not lead to a cure of the virus. Side effects include pain, swelling,
increased thirst, loss of appetite, and nausea
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Possible food and drug interactions when taking this medication
Tell you doctor if you are taking any of the following:
- Deferoxamine (e.g., Desferal) (with long-term use) or
- Gold salts (medicine for arthritis) or
- Inflammation or pain medicine
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Side Effects
Although side effects from acyclovir are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- burning, stinging, itching, or rash when ointme
nt is applied
- headache
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- diarrhea or loose stools
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
- sever
e rash
- severe itching
- fever
- confusion
- yellowness of the skin or eyes
- blood in the urine
- stomach pain
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What should I do if I forget a dose?
Iit is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of either the ointment or oral medication to make up for a missed one.
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