Aciclovir Cream 2g

Overview

For the treatment of herpes simplex virus infections of the lips and face (herpes labialis). Aciclovir cream is not recommended for use in immunocompromised patients. Such patients must be advised to consult a physician concerning the treatment of any infection.

Adults and children:

• Treatment should be initiated as soon as possible after the start of the infection, ideally during the prodromal period or when the lesions first appear. Treatment can also be started during the later (papule or blister) stages
• A thin film of cream should be applied to the infected and immediately adjacent skin areas 5 times daily at 4-hour intervals during the day omitting the night time application
• Treatment should be continued for 4 days. If healing has not occurred, treatment may be continued for up to 10 days. If lesions are still present after 10 days, users should be advised to consult a doctor
• Patients should wash their hands before and after applying the cream and avoid unnecessary rubbing of the lesions or touching with a towel, to avoid aggravating or transferring the infection

Elderly:

• No special requirements