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Acylex 5% Ointment 5G
SPECIFICATION
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Acyclovir
Used For
Viral Infection
How it works
It works by killing or stopping the growth of viruses that cause cold sores or genital herpes.
USAGE AND SAFETY
Dosage
Acyclovir
Side Effects
Anaphylaxis, fever, headache, pain, peripheral edema; Diarrhea, elevated liver function tests, gastrointestinal distress, nausea , Hypotension, disseminated intravascular coagulation, hemolysis, leukopenia, lymphadenopathy , Myalgia , Agitation, coma, confusion, delerium, dizziness, hallucinations, obtundation, psychosis, seizures, somnolence (these symptoms may be marked, particularly in older adults , alopecia, erythema multiforme, pruritis, rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, urticaria.
Drug Interactions
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines obtained without prescription, including herbal medicines.
Indication
It is used to treat cold sores and genital infections caused by the Herpes simplex virus.
When not to Use
Do not use : You are allergic (hypersensitive) to aciclovir, valaciclovir, propylene glycol or any of the other ingredients.
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using acyclovir if You have a condition where your immune system works less well and your body is less able to fight infections (e.g. if you have HIV or AIDS or if you have had a bone marrow transplant).
WARNINGS
Warning 1
The excipient cetostearyl alcohol can cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) .
Warning 2
Propylene glycol may cause skin irritation. Do not use this medicine in babies less than 4 weeks old with open wounds or large areas of broken or damaged skin (such as burns) without talking to your doctor or pharmacist.
Warning 3
Sodium laurilsulfate; this medicine contains sodium laurilsulfate . Sodium laurilsulfate may cause local skin reactions (such as stinging or burning sensation) or increase skin reactions caused by other products when applied on the same area.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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