Acyclovir Ointment

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What is the use of Acyclovir ointment?

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Why we use Acyclovir Ointment?

• Acyclovir ointment comes as a topical ointment,
  topical cream, and nasal ointment.
• Topical cream works against viruses called herpes
  simplex which causes diseases like cold sores,
  fever blisters.
• Topical ointment used for the treatment of the
  first outbreak of genital herpes infection that
  causes tingling, pain, burning, itching in your
  body.
• Acyclovir ointment used for only external part.

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How to use Acyclovir Ointment?

• Acyclovir ointment always comes as a topical
  ointment or a topical cream.
• It may vary from patient to patient so it is
  mandatory to use it exactly as your doctor
  prescribed.
• Before using acyclovir ointment, wash your hands
  thoroughly with soap and water very gently.
• Then take a clean finger cot or rubber glove and
  wear it.
• After that take enough ointment to cover all the
  affected areas.
• Apply the ointment to all of your sores.
• After that take off the rubber glove or finger
  cot and dispose of it. So that no one can find
  it.
• Avoid wrapping and wearing tight-fitting clothing
  over the affected area and keep the sore area dry
  and clean.

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Precaution One should follow

• As Acyclovir Ointment is used only for the
  external part, one must avoid using this
  medication around sensitive parts like eyes,
  nose, mouth, and any damaged or broken skin.
• Tell your doctor every detail of your medical
  history.
• Ask your doctor if you are allergic to any
  medicine.
• Never share this medication with the one who is
  not prescribed.
• Dont try to use it more or less than prescribed
  by your doctor or pharmacist.

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Side Effects of Acyclovir Ointment

• Many people using this medication do not have
  side effects.
• You are advised to use this ointment as
  prescribed by your doctor to prevent the side
  effects like burning, itching, rashes, nausea,
  etc.
• Consult your doctor if you have serious side
  effects like difficulty breathing or swallowing,
  swelling of the face, throat, lips, eyes, hands,
  feet, ankles, or lower legs, and hoarseness..
• Dont ignore if you have any of these or some
  other side effects due to this ointment.

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Important Information Missed Dose

• If you missed a dose, use it as soon as you
  remember. If it is near the time of your next
  dose you are advised to skip the dose and
  continue from next time.
• Always use this ointment regularly to get the
  most benefit from it, do not increase or decrease
  the dose without consulting your doctor.

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Storage and Disposal of the Acyclovir Ointment

• Storage Always store these Acyclovir ointment in
  the container they came in, tightly closed and
  out of reach of children. Keep this away from the
  excessive heat and moisture. Do not freeze and
  store it at room temperature.
• Disposal To ensure that no one other than you
  consume it without a doctor prescription, you
  should dispose of it or drain it when not needed.

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