This medicine is an antiviral used to treat
shingles, chickenpox, or genital herpes. It may
also be used to treat other conditions as determined
by your doctor.
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Zovirax
Before using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription
and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform
your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided
by your doctor. TAKE THIS MEDICINE with food or milk
if it upsets your stomach. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature, away from light and moisture. TO CLEAR
UP YOUR INFECTION COMPLETELY, continue taking this medicine
for the full course of treatment even if you feel better
in a few days. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A
DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do
not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE WITHIN A FEW DAYS or
if they become worse, check with your doctor. IF YOU
ARE USING THIS MEDICINE FOR GENITAL HERPES, begin using
it as soon as you notice symptoms (pain, burning, blisters)
of an infection. Use a condom during sexual intercourse.
IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your
doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine
during pregnancy. If you are or may be pregnant, check
with your doctor for instructions on using this medicine
during pregnancy. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE,
either prescription or over-the-counter, check with
your doctor or pharmacist. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED
IN BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING
while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor
or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or headache. If they continue
or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact
with each other. Check drug interactions
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Additional information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was
not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health
conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME,
obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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